On Friday of week 9, we held our annual Fight MND day here at Parklands. Moter Neuron Disease (MND) is an illness which disrupts the connection between the brain and body, eventually causing those affected by it to lose bodily function. Sadly, in the last 30 years, the death rate has increased by 250%, so it is invaluable that we raise money and awareness in support.

Throughout the day, students were able to dress up in fantastic blue outfits. While, at recess, many excited students got to throw wet, cold sponges at some very (un) excited teachers, with a giant crowd gathering to watch the chaos unfold. Some noticeable targets were Ms Bound and Mayson Leaman, we certainly raised some money from that!

Next, at lunch, we had a delicious barbeque which introduced the new Cozzie combo – one of the lot! A price drop at the end of lunch saw a stream of students sprinting back for more sausages and burgers – yum.

The biggest event of the day was certainly the Wheel of Surprise Ice Bucket Challenge. It was our new take on the usual challenge which involves icy water being poured on participants. But this year, it included a variety of things including an oobleck like flour/water combo…ew! With Mr Hampton on the microphone, and many enthralled students readily watching, many teachers (and Student leaders!) got a lovely gooey surprise on them.

The day was a huge success, attracting a lot of school spirit, and raising a total of $600.00.

Thank you to everyone who donated and participated in what was one of the most spirited days of the year.

The Student Leadership Team