A powerful story of extraordinary courage has inspired students to fold 1,000 paper cranes for world peace.

Year 7 reading circle students have been studying ‘Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes’.

Based on a true story, the book tells the story of Sadako from Hiroshima, who developed leukemia after being exposed to the radiation of the atomic bomb. She attempts to fold 1,000 paper cranes, in order to receive a wish for good health.

Every year people around the world fold paper cranes as an expression of hope for a world at peace.

After reading the book, a group of students began folding their own cranes in the library during break times. They soon formed a club, making new friends in the process, and they have just reached their target of 1,000 paper cranes.

We are so pleased to share this story, and we commend our students for the patience and commitment they have shown to send a powerful and lasting message of hope and peace.