February 12th, 2008 - Burin Penisula Project
On Friday, October 5th, 2007 all students and staff of Holy Name of Mary Academy participated in a fundraising activity to support the Two Villages Project. Since rice is a staple food of the Napalese people, Friday was declared Rice Day at HNMA. Students were invited to a rice luncheon served at the school and to make a donation towards the initiative. The event was a huge success and students, both young and old, were excited about being part of such a unique opportunity.
The administration were very pleased and proud of how the students and staff came together to create awareness and support such a social and global issue. Along with collecting in excess of $400.00 all K-12 students at HNMA participated in teacher facilitated sessions on world distribution of race, wealth, poverty, and literacy.
Thank you, students and staff, for helping your global neighbours.