Maple Hayes Dyslexia School Honours Remembrance Month with Special Display

Pupils and staff from a specialist dyslexia school in Staffordshire are honouring Remembrance Month with a special display, close to many of their hearts.

The school has curated a poignant display featuring artefacts from the two World Wars and more recent conflicts, connecting the Maple Hayes community to the sacrifices made by their families and teachers.

The display, dedicated to Armistice Day, is a tribute to those who served and a testament to the spirit of  remembrance. 

On display includes:

WW1 Soldier's Buttons. Gifted to Mrs Rhodes during a visit to Ypres, Belgium, as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during the First World War.

Letters, Uniform Pieces, and Badges. Shared by Mr Taylor, revealing the personal experiences of his father, who served in the British Army in recent conflicts and with the UN in the 1990s.

WW2 Army Uniform. On loan from Mrs. Pratt, a touching display of her father-in-law's service during the Second World War.

Medals from Recent Conflicts. Contributed by a Year 8 pupil, showcasing the bravery and service of their father in the British Army.

Personal Memorabilia. Headteacher Mr Lowe brought along a photo of a great uncle who was KIA in the WW1 Gallipoli Campaign, photos and medals of another great uncle in the Royal Navy in WW1, and the extensive collection of photos, medals, letters, and diaries from a Grandfather who served in the Army in WW2.

Written Poem: Year 6s have displayed work on the poem In Flanders Fields, and, there are letters between a pupils and the Chelsea Pensioners who have previously visited the school (2019).

Mr Lowe, headteacher said: “It is crucial for us to remember and honour the sacrifices made by those who served in conflicts throughout history. This special display not only pays tribute to their bravery but also serves as a powerful educational tool, ensuring that the next generation understands the importance of remembrance and gratitude."

Pupils will be learning more throughout the month of November about Remembrance.

Maple Hayes teaches a system called the ‘morphological approach’, which uses a series of icons to make a visual link between meaning and spelling instead of pupils being taught using phonics.

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