On Friday 6th March, I was pleased to present my first Community Thank You cards to Ann Copeland and Matthew Davies for their brilliant work volunteering at two of our local primary schools in Luton and Studham.
Ann Copeland was nominated by Deputy Headteacher of Studham Village CE Academy Katie Flowers, recognising her contribution to the school community by volunteering every week to hear readers, run the choir, assist with school productions and supervise school trips.
In another celebration of volunteering efforts in local schools, Matthew Davies was nominated by Hillborough Junior School teacher Kathryn Field for his impact supporting Year 5 students with their learning, apparently wowing them with his super scientific knowledge!
It was heartwarming to hear from Katie and Kathryn about the positive impact both Ann and Matthew have in their schools on children and staff alike by supporting learning, clubs, trips and more. During this National Year of Reading, I’m also particularly pleased to thank those who help our children to develop their reading ability and passion!
Alongside those for Ann and Matthew, I was glad to receive many Community Thank You nominations for people all across Luton South and South Bedfordshire doing great things to help their communities. These included volunteers at local Scout and Girlguiding groups, many individuals who help neighbours or keep their local area clean and tidy, a range of local charities and organisations, and more!
Whether it’s a neighbour that helps to maintain communal gardens, a local charity that consistently goes above and beyond to offer support, or a shopkeeper who helps elderly residents with their weekly food shop, there is no effort too big or too small for a Community Thank You.
I’m looking forward to continuing to celebrate our communities’ unsung heroes and reading more of your submissions, so please do keep nominating on my website here!