Rashika Hennayake october 03, Colombo (LNW):
The initiative focused on supporting the students of Mayura Special Needs School, which provides education for children diagnosed with Down syndrome. Senior prefects Gehansa Jayasekara and Sudeesh Rajapakse pioneered the project, working under the guidance of Prefects’ Guild Teacher-in-Charge Mrs. Nilmini Rukshanthi. With careful planning and dedication, the prefects organized fundraising activities, including a popular Hot Dog Stand during the Inter-Leeds Chess Tournament, raising funds to provide a wholesome lunch and stationery supplies for the children.
The project not only brought smiles to the faces of the Mayura students but also encouraged Leeds students to engage in acts of kindness and social responsibility. Participating students, parents, and staff witnessed first-hand the joy of giving back to the community, reinforcing values of compassion and service.
Principal Mrs. Gayana Jayasundara expressed her pride, stating, “Our Prefects’ Guild has exemplified leadership with heart. This initiative reflects the ethos of Leeds International School Matugama, where academic excellence goes hand in hand with social responsibility.”
Parents and students who contributed to the fundraising efforts were acknowledged for their generosity, highlighting the power of community collaboration in making a tangible difference.
The CSR project concluded with interactive activities and play sessions with the Mayura students, leaving lasting memories and a strong message: even small gestures of kindness can spark big changes in society.
