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Dear Parents and Guardians,

I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to share important information regarding a humanitarian initiative we are undertaking at HASN in response to the devastating impact of Hurricane Melissa in Jamaica and across the Caribbean.

Over the half-term break, many of our students, staff, and their families were directly affected by Hurricane Melissa—a Category 5 storm that made landfall in Jamaica with winds reaching 185 mph. The hurricane caused catastrophic damage, particularly in the southwestern regions of the island, flattening communities, destroying infrastructure, and leaving thousands without homes, power, or access to clean water. Relief efforts are ongoing, but the need remains urgent.

As a school community rooted in kindness and compassion, we are committed to supporting those affected. We are launching a Food, Clothing & Essentials Drive to collect items that will be sent directly to children and families in Jamaica through our partnership with ODPEM, an official Jamaican disaster relief organisation working on the front lines.

We are also collaborating with Harris Crystal Palace and Harris Beckenham to create a federation-wide donation effort. Prefects will visit tutor groups daily to collect items, and we welcome any contributions you can make. We want to send the aid off as soon as possible, so please ensure we have any contributions to the collections by Thursday, November 20^th.

If you or your child would like to get more involved or have ideas for further fundraising, please contact me directly at adamiuka@harrissouthnorwood.org.uk or speak with Ms Kelly or Mr Adams. Together, we can make a meaningful difference.

Thank you for your continued support and generosity.

Warm regards,
Alex Adamiuk
Subject Leader Music
HASN

 

Donation List – What You Can Bring

Clothes for Children

• Diapers
• Baby wipes
• Infant formula & baby food
• Bottles & sippy cups
• Children’s clothing
• Shoes & sandals
• Blankets & swaddles
• Toys & books
• School supplies
• Comfortable clothing (coats, jumpers, trousers, t-shirts, rain ponchos)
• Socks & underwear (new only)

Clothes for Adults

• Comfortable clothing (gently used or new)
• Coats, jumpers, trousers, t-shirts, rain ponchos
• Socks & underwear (new only)

Essentials

• Feminine hygiene products
• Toiletries (soap, shampoo, toothpaste, toothbrushes)
• Reusable water bottles
• Sleeping bags, mats & pillows
• Flashlights/torches & batteries
• Umbrellas
• First aid kits
• Sun cream
• Medicines
• Facemasks

Food – Non-Perishable

• Rice, cereal, pasta
• Tinned & canned food
• Tea/instant coffee
• Bottled water
• Salt, sugar, flour
• Sauces/preserves (e.g., honey, peanut butter)