St John’s Prep boys play their part

The young learners at St John's Prep took on the Mandela Day challenge. Head of marketing and communication at the school, Jacqui Deeks said the boys were challenged by the school to give 67 minutes of their time.

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August 14, 2020

Daniel Barradas picks up litter on Mandela Day. Photo: Supplied

The young learners at St John’s Prep took on the Mandela Day challenge.

Josh Ferreira makes sandwiches. *Photo: Supplied*

Head of marketing and communication at the school, Jacqui Deeks said the boys were challenged by the school to give 67 minutes of their time. “[The aim was to] help people in our community that now, more than ever, need our help. Boys, you honoured Madiba and made St John’s proud. Well done!”

Daniel Barradas picks up litter on Mandela Day. *Photo: Supplied*

The boys embarked on a variety of activities on the day. These included packing non-perishable food parcels, making sandwiches to give to those in need, taking pet food to an animal rescue centre and also picking up litter in the environment.

Oeme Gaetsewe helps out with baking. *Photo: Supplied*

Oskar and Hugo Stahljans take some pet food to an animal rescue centre. *Photo: Supplied*

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