CHILDREN dug out running shoes and donned pink outfits for their very own Race for Life on their school playing field.
Over 350 pupils from Ormiston Rivers Academy, Burnham-on–Crouch, showed great spirit for the fundraising event and dressed up in pink in aid of Cancer Research UK.
With hopes set on beating last year's donations of £2,875 the year 7, 8 and 9 pupils displayed inspiring messages for friends and family who have been affected by cancer.
There is no doubt that the right charity was chosen for the event, said resources manager Angela Mahoney. "So many people have, in some way, been affected by cancer," she said.
Angela reported that everyone had a great day as the 350-strong team crossed the finish line.
She added: "It's great to see the students having fun while raising money for a very worthwhile charity. This year we want to break the £3,000 barrier."
The pupils at Ormiston Rivers joined thousands of other people throughout the UK that are taking part in the 'Fight to Beat Cancer' campaign by Cancer Research UK.
