A SCHOOL is on the last lap to raising the £50,000 it needs to win performing arts college status.
Belmont Comprehensive School in Durham held fund-raising events, including a balloon race and a soaking for the headteacher, to bring in the cash it needs to hit its target.
On the last day before half-term pupils took part in a wide range of activities that headmaster Pat Howarth hopes will raise between £2,000 and £3,000. The school, which has been fund-raising for the last two years, must submit its bid to the Government early next month.
Around 750 balloons were released in the race organised by the parent teacher association.
Mr Howarth said if the bid was successful £100,000-worth of funding would help the school set up drama, dance and recording studios.
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