School ‘Lock-In’ Raises £2,000

Students at the Robert Smyth Academy in Market Harborough have raised over £2,000 for charity after taking part in a 24 hour sports marathon.

Over 100 took part in 12 different sports during the ‘lock-in’ event, held in aid of Headway, which works to improve the lives of people who have suffered a brain injury.

Mike Scully, Head of PE said, ‘This year was our twelth year of hosting the lock in and we have now raised over £30,000 for a variety of charities since 2007.

“It is a fantastic event that not only helps worthwhile causes but also promotes a sense of team work and togetherness within the students. It was so impressive to see the efforts the students went to, not only during the event but also prior to it organising costumes and banners, especially those who were able to perform fantastic dances at the end of the 24 hours as a finale.”