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I will be running the Manchester Half Marathon on October 15th 2023 to support the charity 'SHINE'. 

I would appreciate any donations you can provide as this charity is working hard to ensure that disadvantaged children are given the support and resources they need to thrive. As a teacher, I see the daily challenges faced by both children and staff across primary and secondary education. SHINE’s aim is to break the link between deprivation and how well children fare at school. Over the last twelve months, SHINE projects have been helping improve the prospects of children and young people from disadvantaged backgrounds across the North of England.

By backing talented teachers, encouraging innovation in education and helping to bring schools and families together, SHINE is proud to have made a difference to 29,163 children in the classroom and online.

As far as running goes, this is a challenge I never felt I would ever be able to achieve. I am still not sure if I will be able to do it but I'm going to give it my best shot!

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