Four mothers have been recognised for their work in helping students start off their school day with a full stomach.
Shahnez Farnsworth, Kristy Black, Brooke Kazimierczak and Rebecca Stanborough were recognised yesterday for their efforts in helping with Foodbank WA’s school breakfast program at their children’s school Forrestdale Primary.
P&C president Sarah Hazel said the women are part of a team of volunteers who helped with the program, which runs every Wednesday from 7.45am to 8.30am.
“The toast is provided to them at a station so they can put their own butter and spreads on, which is a bit of a novelty for some of the students particularly the younger ones as they may not usually get the chance to make their own breakfast at home,” she said.
“A selection of cereals as well as either fresh or tinned fruit and a drink of either hot chocolate or fruit juice are offered to them also.”
Ms Hazel said the students’ benefited from not only having a full belly to start the day but also engaging in the social aspects of the club by sitting and talking to their peers that they may not normally engage with in their school life.
Principal Wayne Bariolo said the breakfast club has also helped improve students’ attention in class and the attendance rate at the school.
“Our volunteers are outstanding, caring individuals who support the school in so many ways, this being one healthy and nutritious example,” he said.
Foodbank WA’s school breakfast program started in 2001 and currently has 470 schools registered.
For more information visit Foodbank WA website.
