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William Rose School’s special sports day full of cheer

WILLIAM Rose School’s annual sports day — now in its 13th year — saw all 84 students from the Seven Hills school participate in activities ranging from sprints to the egg-and-spoon race.

William Rose School, for children with special needs, hosted its sports day. Genevieve Grace with Kingston Perera, 6, are cheering for the Red Team.
William Rose School, for children with special needs, hosted its sports day. Genevieve Grace with Kingston Perera, 6, are cheering for the Red Team.

WILLIAM Rose School’s annual sports day — now in its 13th year — saw all 84 students from the Seven Hills school participate in activities ranging from sprints to the egg-and-spoon race.

For the past four years pupils from Pacific Hills Christian School at Dural have also joined in the fun as volunteers on the day to help William Rose students, who have special needs.

This year each student received a ribbon for their efforts in each race and the school trophy was handed to the winning Red Team.

(L-R) Michael Reckless, 7, Carla Boumina, 7, Kirsty Howard, Kingston Perera, 6, Genevieve Grace and Gracie Celona, 16, cheering for their teams at William Rose’s sports day.
(L-R) Michael Reckless, 7, Carla Boumina, 7, Kirsty Howard, Kingston Perera, 6, Genevieve Grace and Gracie Celona, 16, cheering for their teams at William Rose’s sports day.

Other events included the 10m hurdles and target ball race. Some events were held specifically for students who use wheelchairs. Teacher Genevieve Grace, who organised the day, said: “We endeavour to ensure … that all students have equal opportunities to succeed in their events. We see the abilities that our students possess and encourage them to do their best.”

Genevieve Grace and Kingston Perera cheering for the Red Team.
Genevieve Grace and Kingston Perera cheering for the Red Team.

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