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To focus attention on writing, in
the Rotary Literacy month of March, the Altrincham Rotary Club, at the
suggestion of three local Primary schools, organised a handwriting competition.
The Club’s organiser, David Collington, worked closely with the Head Teachers
from Broomwood, Cloverlea and Navigation schools, and 400 children eagerly took
part in this fun competition. David also secured the sponsorship of the artists
materials company, Staedtler UK,
which through the helpful cooperation of local manager Graham Harrison,
generously donated the prizes of drawing and colouring sets.
The
winners in each school, in years 3,4,5 and 6, were awarded certificates and
prizes by the Rotary team after the teachers had made the selections – many
hours of extra work for them. The Rotary team then examined these winning
entries from each school, and selected the winners in each age-group from
across the three schools. Finally, on March 5th, at a special Rotary
Meeting at the Cresta Court Hotel. 
in Altrincham, a grand award ceremony
was held, with teachers and parents present, and with Graham Harris presenting
the prizes, including book tokens for the 1st placed four winners,
and Easter Eggs for all ! It really was a fun night out for all concerned.
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competition is a new venture by the Club, and is an addition to its Youth
Activities portfolio. The Club believes it is unique in the District if not in
RIBI, and is something that other Clubs may wish to try for themselves. The
three primary schools in this competition have been most cooperative and
enthusiastic. Their teachers were praised for their support and hard work
throughout the venture, and Graham Harrison of Staedtler UK was thanked
for his company’s participation, sponsorship and generosity with the prizes.
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