Pupils at Wednesfield Technology Primary joined a nationwide effort to help seven-year-old Amelia Kolpa from the Black Country set a UK record for the most birthday cards received. Amelia, who has been receiving intensive treatment and care for neuroblastoma, hopes to receive 8,000 cards for her eighth birthday in March.
In the spirit of kindness and community, pupils wrote 200 birthday cards for Amelia, made possible thanks to a donation of cards from local business Party Angels in Wednesfield.
School Principal, Claire Keeler, commented: “Stories like Amelia’s remind us how even small acts of kindness can make a real difference. It was the generosity of some of our families and a local business that became the catalyst for a day where pupils enjoyed writing cards and putting their care into each one, thinking of Amelia and what might bring her a smile. We hope these messages help to brighten her birthday and make it truly special.”
Families and members of the community who would like to take part can send birthday cards for Amelia to one of the following collection points:
- Highfield Primary School, Beeches Road, Rowley Regis, B65 0DA
- Leasowes High School, Kent Road, Halesowen, B62 8PJ
- Artisan Espresso Bar, 168 Halesowen Street, Blackheath, Rowley Regis, B65 0ES
- Fairfield Inn, Fairfield Road, Hurst Green, Halesowen, B62 9JA
Photo by Eugen Tamas via Canva
