SPoC - Special Person of Character
Each half term we focus on a special person of character at St Thomas’. This is someone who has shown great courage, tenacity, intellect, kindness or any other attribute of which we can be proud. Our Special Person of Character may be from any walk of life from a scientist to a politician, a religious leader to a poet.
SPoC for Spring 1 - Rob Burrow
Rob Burrow was a famous rugby league player who showed incredible courage, determination and kindness. He played for Leeds Rhinos and became one of the most successful players in the sport, even though he was much smaller than many other rugby players. Rob showed everyone that you don’t have to be the biggest to be brave, strong and successful.
After retiring from rugby, Rob was diagnosed with motor neurone disease (MND), a serious illness that affects how people move and speak. Instead of giving up, Rob chose to use his voice to help others. Alongside his close friend Kevin Sinfield, he worked hard to raise money and awareness for people living with MND, helping families all over the country.
Please talk to your child about this person. Why are they special? What are they known for? How are we inspired by them? What do you think makes him a ‘Special Person of Character’?