Kallista Primary School’s student representative council (SRC) held its first and biggest morning tea on Friday, 31 October, to raise funds for the Cancer Council.
Despite Melbourne’s unpredictable weather, which forced a last-minute change in plans, the event was a success, with the school raising a total of $489.15 by Friday afternoon, just shy of their $500 target.
Originally, the SRC had planned to set up tables outside for the morning tea, but with the rain pouring down, the students quickly adapted and moved the event indoors.
This didn’t dampen the spirits of the Kallista community, with families and community members joining in to share donated baked goods, and with many of the treats disappearing in no time.
Grade 5 student, Joshua contributed in the morning tea by bringing in his favourite homemade ginger breadman.
“I wasn’t counting how many I brought, but they all got eaten really quickly,” he said.
He particularly enjoyed when everyone came together as a community to share food and have fun.
Joshua wasn’t alone in his culinary contributions, Grade 4 Olivia also baked gingerbread men, with Olivia recalling how her mum and brother helped her make them.
“It was so much fun making them,” she said.
Olivia said she loved how everyone came together to raise money for a good cause.
“It’s important to help others like the Cancer Council,” she said.
For fellow Grade 4 student Grace, the highlight of the day was simply spending time with friends.
“I made cookies at home with my mum and my brother,” Grace said.
“It was just great hanging out with everyone and being part of something that helps others.”
“It’s good to raise money for important causes, not just for our school.”
The morning tea was a perfect example of Kallista Primary’s sense of community.
Principal Robyn Mowat said the event was organised by the SRC, who were keen to give back.
“The SRC has a real passion for giving back to the community,” Ms Mowat said.
“They came up with the idea for the morning tea, and our parent community baked and donated all the food.”
“It’s always wonderful to see the students come together for a cause like this, this event really helps them think beyond just their school, and it’s a great way for us to connect with our wider community. We wouldn’t be the wonderful school we are without that support.”
Looking ahead, the SRC has plans for more events, including the upcoming Poppy Appeal and a colour run at the end of the year.
