Wycombe High School powerful in pink as money raised for charity

On October 16, the school held a special day to raise much-needed funds for Breast Cancer Now.

Members of staff also took part (Image: Wycombe High)

Classrooms and corridors were awash with pink as students and staff swapped their usual attire for colourful outfits in support of one of the UK's largest breast cancer fundraising campaigns.

Many people took part in the fundraiser (Image: Wycombe High)

A highlight of the day was a Pink Fair held in the school's Miller Block Sixth Form Centre, where pupils enjoyed games, stalls and a variety of fundraising activities during lunchtime.

school collected £1,148.49 for after holding its annual Wear It Pink Day, with a further £230 raised through a JustGiving page that is working towards a £500 target.

Headteacher Nicola Renyard praised students for their efforts.

She said: “What a wonderful example of the Wycombe High spirit.

"Our students never cease to amaze me with their energy, creativity and willingness to make a difference.

“The Pink Fair was a fabulous celebration, but behind all the fun was a genuine determination to support a charity whose work touches so many lives.”

Over £1,100 has been raised for the charity (Image: Wycombe High)

To donate to the cause, visit, www.justgiving.com/page/whspinkday.

One student, Alex, said: “It's been absolutely amazing to see everyone getting behind Wear It Pink Day.

Wycombe High School was pink for the day (Image: Wycombe High)

“The atmosphere was brilliant, especially at the Pink Fair, and we had so much fun raising money for such an important cause.