The IIE’s Varsity College Waterfall donates 355 Books to Noordwyk Primary School
The donation stands as a testament to the college's unwavering promise and dedication to nurturing not just a library but also future leaders within the community.
In a heartwarming display of generosity and commitment to education, Varsity College Waterfall recently donated 355 books to the library of Noordwyk Primary School.
This act of kindness stemmed from a Children’s Book Drive organised at the campus, allowing students and staff to contribute to a noble cause aimed at fostering literacy and knowledge among young minds. The handover of the books coincided with Children’s Book Week [May 6-12], adding a special touch to the event.
Noordwyk Primary School serves as the Kids Under Mentorship of Others partner for Varsity College Waterfall, underlining a deep-seated commitment to community upliftment and empowerment.
The college’s national CSI initiative shines through its dedicated efforts to support the local school and nurture a culture of learning and growth. Last year, as part of this ongoing initiative, the college presented a brand new library in the form of a Wendy house to the school.
The college pledged to stock the library with books to enrich the learners’ learning experience.
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The deputy principal of Noordwyk Primary School Elias Lentsoane expressed their heartfelt gratitude for the support of the college.
“Our learners are so excited about using their library full of new books. The book donation was thoughtful and will provide learners with some of the resources they need to grow,” said Lentsoane.
Members of VC Cares, the student volunteer body at Varsity College, visited the school to engage the Grade R learners in immersive storytelling sessions, fostering a love for reading among the children who gleefully embraced this enriching experience.
The college believes that as the children immerse themselves in the world of stories and knowledge within the newly enriched library, the impact of this act reverberates far beyond the pages of the books themselves, instilling a love for learning and a sense of possibility in the hearts of young minds.
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