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Bursaries Through the generosity of Former Pupils, parents, staff and supporters of the School, we have been able to financially support generations of young people who would otherwise not have had the opportunity to thrive, benefit from a High School of Dundee education and in turn make their mark on the world.
A Bright Future For All – You Can Make A Difference In May this year, we appealed to our alumni community under the banner ‘Your Story Counts’ and asked them to share stories of their time at the School, with a particular focus on those who may have received financial support and how a High School education might have helped prepare them for the years ahead. I hope you can spare a little time to read some of these stories here in Schola Clara and likewise on our website. It has been truly heart-warming to hear how the gift of a High School of Dundee education has had such a transformative impact on so many of our Former Pupils in a variety of different ways and we would love to be able to support even more young people for generations to come. As you may know, a High School education ensures that our young people leave us with more than just a piece of paper in their hand. Our young people set off on their future paths with a set of skills and confidence to be able to take on the challenges of our ever-changing world. If our Core Values resonate with the quality of education that you have received, you will appreciate the importance of these skills and experiences in the world today. Perhaps you yourself received financial support during your own education and are considering giving something back. Or maybe
you’ve been touched by reading the powerful story of one of our bursary recipients. Whatever the reason, contributing towards bursaries or leaving a legacy is a fantastic way to leave your mark on the world and make a difference to the lives of others. We currently provide financial support to around 17% of our Senior Years’ pupils but, the High School of Dundee Foundation wants to open access to many more talented young people, regardless of their financial circumstances. By supporting our Hearts of Gold Bursary Appeal, you can make a real difference to a young person’s life and support the game-changers of tomorrow. It’s easy to associate philanthropy with being ‘wealthy’ but all donations, no matter their size, can help to transform the lives of our young people and create a legacy that we can all be proud of. By making a donation, you will become part of the community of donors who fully understand and value our school’s capacity to advance the next generation. Mrs. Sheena Leadbitter, Foundation Committee (Chair) Mrs. Alex McGrory, Head of External Relations & Development
