PUPILS marked VE Day with a vibrant celebration with street parties, costumes and more.
Reflecting on history and fostering a sense of community spirit, pupils at Danebury School united on Thursday, May 8, for a day full of festivities.
The day began with a special assembly led by head of history, Mrs Allsopp, during which students learned about the significance of May 8, 1945 - the day World War II ended in Europe.
This was followed by an afternoon of communal games and sports on the school grounds, recreating the joyous street parties of 80 years ago.
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The school's LORIC groups, comprising pupils with roles in Leadership, Organisation, Resilience, Initiative, and Communication, organised and managed the event.
Their contributions included setting up sports day activities, preparing the musical performances, and running the cake stall.
In a nod to the vintage celebrations, music filled the scene.
Pupils demonstrated the enduring spirit of resilience and unity with renditions of wartime classics, including 'We'll Meet Again' and 'Somewhere Over the Rainbow'.
The open-air tea party brimming with cakes and biscuits was another highlight of the event.
The treats, contributed by pupils and staff, brought delight to the festivities.
Headteacher Nicky Goodridge said: "It was a truly memorable afternoon.
"Not only did we have fun, but we also came together to honour the importance of peace, freedom, and remembering those who came before us.
"We’re incredibly proud of our pupils for embracing the day with such enthusiasm and respect."
The VE Day celebration offered students a unique and interactive way to engage with history.
By experiencing the day first-hand, Danebury pupils played a part in ensuring the legacy of VE Day is not forgotten by future generations.
