Students get a close shave for the Christie
Stockport Academy Head Boy Lewis Davies and Head Girl Katie Higginson-Tranter had a close shave when they helped to raise over £1,550 for The Christie and EducAid.
The brave duo, both in Year 11, stepped into the spotlight in front of over 300 onlookers in the main hall, with Katie having her head shaved and Lewis, joined by fellow student Kyle Mather, enduring a leg wax.
With the crowd paying £2 each to watch the hair-raising antics, the students’ sacrifice paid dividends for the two charities. And there’s still time to provide your support by visiting http://www.justgiving.com/stockportacademy or texting STKA773 to 70070.
Commenting on the experience, Head Girl Katie said:
"Too many girls rely on their hair to feel pretty and secure. I shaved my head to encourage confidence in young girls and women, as well as helping to raise money for two very worthy causes."
Stockport Academy Principal Frank McCarron added:
“I am incredibly proud of Lewis, Katie and Kyle and all the Year 11 Gold Tie Students, in such a short space of time, organized a full fundraising campaign and raised an incredible amount for charity.”