Mini Vinnies Council
Spring 2024/25 Action Plan
Project | Actions & Descriptions | Resources | Cost |
Pupils will write prayers and we will invite parents/parishioners and the local community to share time with us in prayer in our school | - In one session where pupils write their prayers. Provide themes like gratitude, community, or hope to inspire them. Display the prayers.
- Set a date and time for the event. Possible go down after mass one week.
- pupils can read their prayers aloud or share their thoughts on what inspired them to write. This fosters connection and engagement.
This will be done on Grandparents Afternoon on 26th March at 2pm. | Paper Pen | Free |
Prioritise a different ‘Good Cause’ every term | - Spring Term: CAFOD Big Lent Walk. Encourage pupils, staff, and families to collectively walk a specific distance during Lent. Organise a school assembly to explain the purpose of the Big Lent Walk, share stories of those it will support, and inspire the school community to participate.
Assembly Script Big Lent Walk Assembly 2025 | N/A | Free |
Create community links | - Contact local politician. Encourage pupils to write heartfelt letters or create illustrated postcards to their local politicians, explaining why they care about climate change and its impact on the poorest communities.
- Create artwork or posters with messages about climate justice.
- Record short video messages or group messages emphasising their hopes for action on climate change.
| N/A | Free |