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December 2007 Christmas cheer with Rhondda Special SchoolsHSW Print has teamed up with Rhondda Special Schools, Ysgol Hen Felin and Park Lane Special School to produce their official school Christmas cards. The schools cater for children with moderate, severe, profound and multiple learning difficulties. Clare Evans-Lees, art teacher at Ysgol Hen Felin, said, “The pupils really enjoyed doing their art work for the Christmas card and are delighted that some of their work was printed.”
Christine Rees of Park Lane Special School was very pleased with the cards. She said, “Thank you once again to HSW Print for printing our Christmas Cards. We sold them in farmers’ markets and craft fairs all around Aberdare, as well as our regular customers.” Malcolm Hackman, director at HSW print said, “I am pleased to be able to print the annual Christmas card for Ysgol Hen Felin and Park Lane Special School. The children work hard to produce lovely art and HSW is happy to support their efforts. |
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