The Educator Magazine U.K. Jan-April 2023. - Magazine - Page 61
Head of Catering at the Romero Catholic Academy Marcus
Chilvers was joined by Catering Support Manager Jane
Andreassen and other members of the catering team to
help students create the dishes.
Marcus said: “It’s vital at this time of year to bear in mind
those who may not get to enjoy the plenty and excess that
we associate with the festive season, and it was brilliant to
see pupils taking that on board and putting the effort in to
supporting local people.
important at this time of year to dedicate our Day of Service
to having a positive impact on those experiencing or at risk
of homelessness this winter.
“Our pupils rose to the challenge, and it was great to see their
enthusiasm in making a difference to people in the local area,
and supporting an important cause.”
“They have each contributed something positive to the
community and, for one meal at least, helped to address
what is a great concern for many across the nation.”
Falishia Channer, Operations Manager at Emmaus Coventry
& Warwickshire, said: “We’re extremely grateful to the staff and
pupils at St Gregory’s. Thanks to their kindness and hard work,
the people we support enjoyed a very special and delicious lunch
– there was certainly no food left afterwards! It was greatly
appreciated and will not be forgotten.”
Megan Scullion, Associate Principal at St Gregory’s
Catholic Primary School, said: “We felt it was extremely
For more information about Emmaus Coventry &
Warwickshire visit emmaus.org.uk/coventry-warwickshire