Hilden Grange Pupils Recognised for Community Spirit at Dragon Boat Event
Pupils from Hilden Grange School have been presented with a Certificate of Appreciation in recognition of their outstanding community spirit during this year's Dragon Boat Racing event held in September.
At a school assembly on 13 November, representatives from Tonbridge Lions Club attended to formally thank the pupils who voluntarily helped collect litter along the riverside during the event.
On behalf of the Club, Vice President Tom Simmons and Activities Chairman Trevor Dalladay presented the certificate to Hilden Grange Headteacher Helen Hoffmann. Speaking to pupils and staff, Tom highlighted how the students' actions had been noticed and greatly appreciated by both event organisers and the wider community.
Reflecting on the day, Tom quoted from a report by the Dragon Boat Race organiser Lion Patricia Jordan, who witnessed the pupils' efforts during the event:
"One moment really stood out: Pupils from Hilden Grange School spent part of the afternoon quietly picking up litter along the riverside, completely unprompted and even drew praise from the council's own street cleaning team working the same stretch. A lovely reminder of what this event means to the wider community."
The pupils' initiative helped maintain the riverside environment and demonstrated the values of responsibility and service to the community.
The Lions Club hopes the award will recognise the positive example set by the pupils and encourage continued involvement in community activities across the area.
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