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Charities Week 2021 Update

During December we held our annual Charities week for the first time in two years, fundraising to support local charities. The Charities Prefect Team did an exceptional job of ensuring all students in the school had the opportunity to have fun and contribute to fundraising efforts. Ably led by Jenson, many Year 13 students stepped up to become goalies for the football challenge, TikTok judges for our dancing KS3 students and business entrepreneurs in the selling of goodies and games on offer across the week. Staff did not miss the opportunity to demonstrate their talents in The Masked Singer and the SCD version of Squid Game's Red Light, Green Light or their resilience in participating in ‘Sponge the Teacher’! This year we raised an astonishing amount of money, £9009.35, for our very deserving charities whilst operating in Covid year group bubbles. This is a tremendous achievement and we are very grateful for the hard work, organisational skills and energy of all students and staff involved.

The Santa Fun Run also took place during December where students in Years 7, 8 & 9, were asked to come to school dressed in their PE kit and Christmas fancy dress. Students and teachers then participated in a fun run around the school fields whilst listening to Christmas music. Students raised an incredible £5298.37, which will go to Herts Young Homeless (HYH), a charity which supports young people and families who are homeless or may be at risk of homelessness.

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19th December

Charities Week 2025

The halls of St Clement Danes School have been buzzing with holiday cheer this week as the annual Charities Week is officially in full swing. As the Autumn Term draws to a close, pupils and staff have united to raise vital funds for three incredible causes: Endometriosis UK, Spread a Smile, and Herts Young Homeless. The school is alive with the spirit of giving, driven by a jam packed ‘Advent’ schedule designed to get everyone involved in the fundraising efforts. This year’s itinerary has been filled with exciting activities, ranging from pupil led lessons and a "Mystery Bucket" challenge to the competitive excitement of the "Elf Auction" and various competitions. Pupils have also enjoyed the classic "Sponge the Teacher" event and a visit to Santa’s Grotto, ensuring the festive atmosphere is matched only by the community’s generosity. Beyond the classroom activities, pupils have been sharing the festive spirit with the wider community. On 18th December, the SCD Senior Choir paid a special visit to Chorleywood Manor Care Home. The residents were treated to a beautiful selection of Christmas carols, featuring performances by members of the Chamber Choir, Evensong Choir, and the Barbershop Choir. Year 12 pupils Immy and Chrissie noted that "it was a very joyful occasion and it was lovely to see the residents joining in and looking so happy." The success of such a busy week relies heavily on pupil leadership, and the school extends a massive vote of thanks to Year 13 for their incredible hard work and dedication. Their enthusiasm have been the driving force behind this week's fundraising efforts. The week is set to conclude on Friday with the Grand Finale: the highly anticipated Sixth Form Revue, promising a spectacular end to a week of community, charity and celebration.