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Taking a close interest as a JCB digger moves in to create a pond at St Aiden
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Taking a close interest as a JCB digger moves in to create a pond at St Aiden
Taking a close interest as a JCB digger moves in to create a pond at St Aidens First School, Skelmanthorpe, are these youngsters. Olivia Dickenson, has the shovel while, from left Andrew Townsend, Kate Roberts and Thomas Geaton enjoy the view from the digger. The pond is being entered into the Pride in Huddersfield competition to encourage schools to improve the environment. Teacher Mr Tim Brown said money for the project had come from the Nature Conservancy Council, Yorkshire Water and school fund-raising. 3rd October 1988
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Huddersfield Examiner Archive
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HUD 88 5895
Media ID 21705463
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In this print from 1988, we witness a group of enthusiastic youngsters at St Aidens First School in Skelmanthorpe taking a keen interest as a JCB digger moves in to create a pond. The children, Olivia Dickenson leading the way with a shovel, are joined by Andrew Townsend, Kate Roberts, and Thomas Geaton who eagerly observe the digger's progress. The creation of this pond holds great significance as it is being entered into the Pride in Huddersfield competition aimed at encouraging schools to enhance their environment. Teacher Mr Tim Brown reveals that funding for this exciting project has been generously provided by the Nature Conservancy Council, Yorkshire Water, and through school fundraising efforts. This snapshot not only captures the innocence and curiosity of these children but also showcases their active involvement in shaping their surroundings. It symbolizes their commitment towards creating an improved natural habitat within their school premises. As we delve into this nostalgic image from the 1980s, we are reminded of how initiatives like these instill values such as environmental consciousness and community spirit among young minds. This photograph serves as a testament to the power of collaboration between educational institutions and local organizations in fostering positive change. Memory Lane Prints offers us an opportunity to reminisce about moments like these where youthful energy meets environmental stewardship – an enduring reminder that small actions can make significant differences for our planet's future generations.
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