Going Gold for Dexter
On Friday 23rd September, all the children and staff at Longfleet dressed in their finest gold, sparkly clothes to support 'Going Gold for Childhood Cancer' but especially for Dexter Constantine-Tatchell who we tragically lost to cancer on 27th July this year. 

Seven-year old Dexter passed away after an incredibly brave and hard-fought battle with a rare form of cancer called Rhabdomyosarcoma. Dexter was a truly special little boy, very much loved by all the staff and pupils at Longfleet Primary. His infallible will to live life to the fullest (teamed with a cheeky grin) will be remembered always, especially by the Crocodile Class and his friends who spent some very special times with Dexter towards the end of the summer term.

Over the past few weeks, Dexter's family have done the remarkable task of setting up a charity called Dexter's Arc which supports research into Rhabdomyosarcoma without the use of animal testing. It is operating as a branch of the charity, Alice's Arc which the Longfleet staff were raising money for at the end of last year. The 30 mile Harbour Walk raised an unbelievable £12,811.00 and we are so proud to be adding to that through the 'Going Gold' fundraising for Dexter's Arc. The grand total of this Friday's event will be updated once we have finalised the counting but we are delighted to say that it is in its thousands. A huge thank you to all the families that donated, bought candles, wristbands, badges, Achroma cards, hair bows and the extremely popular limited edition Dexter's Golden Dragon Eggs. Your generosity was beyond measure.

As a tribute to Dexter, Master of Dragons, we will be renaming one of our Year Three classes 'Dragons' next year. Thank you to Fraser for this fantastic suggestion.

Dexter and his family (some of whom are still to come through the school) will always have a very special place at Longfleet. We hope to continue raising money for Dexter's Arc and forever remember the golden soul that brought so much joy to everyone he knew.

Dexter couldn't have been more loved by his family. A heartfelt thanks to the Constantine-Tatchells for allowing the Longfleet family into theirs over the course of Dexter's illness. The memories we made are something we'll never forget.

Alice's Arc: Dexter's Arc

https://www.alicesarc.org/arc/dexter-constantine-tatchell/

Dexter's Arc at Lush

https://www.lush.com/uk/en/c/dexters-arc

Dexter, Master of Dragons (Achroma Cards): Learn how to play

https://www.achroma.cards/news/dexter-master-of-dragons-the-first-realm-runner

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As a school we want to play a role in improving SEND services for our children and young people. We now have an opportunity to provide a confidential space here in school for families of children with SEND through a new Parent Champion project delivered and funded by SENDiass4BCP and Parent Carers Together.
 
On the first Friday of each month a dedicated Parent Champion, Kerry Lowe, will hold one session to support families in navigating appropriate local and National services and networks to meet the needs of their children. These meetings can be booked in advance through the email address given: (clare.kent@longfleet.coastalpartnership.co.uk). You child does not have to have a diagnosis for you to attend a session with the Parent Champion.
 
Our first session will held on Friday 7th October, 10-12.  Time slots are allocated to individual families on a first come first served basis and are held in confidence during the school day.
 
If you are experiencing difficulties and are unsure where to access the support and resources you need please do get in touch and confirm your interest in writing. The role of the Parent Champion is to listen and to share knowledge of the services and the networks in your local community that may be of help to you. This is a safe space for you to talk about any worries or concerns you may have.
 
This is a valuable resource we are so pleased to be part of. Together we can improve services and support for families within our school community.

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