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Why participate in Interact?
You’ll find that Interact makes an impact in so many ways: on you personally, on your community, and beyond. Here are just a few reasons to join or start an Interact club:
- Taking the lead. You and your fellow club members get to shape your own club. You’ll plan and do everything from service projects to leadership development and social activities, all tailored to your members’ interests and your community’s needs. In doing so, you’ll gain lifelong leadership skills.
- Learning the value of service. Your club’s projects will create real and lasting change. You’ll get to observe the results of your service and understand the enormous impact that Rotary’s members and other volunteers make around the world.
- Becoming a global citizen. When you join an Interact club, you become part of a global community. You connect with other young leaders from around the world, gain a deeper understanding of international events, and forge new friendships.
Our Tiverton High School group
Tiverton High School Interact is completely student led and has strong links with Tiverton Rotary. The year 11 leaders are part of the Ambassador team which reflects the responsibilities they take on when spearheading the efforts of our group. It is really important to us that the students own their group. This is reflected in the choice of charities they support each year as well as their direction in selecting fundraising activities. Students from all year groups are welcome to join but a level of commitment is expected – there are fundraisers on weekends and evenings after school; students are also asked to commit to independent fundraising for the £5 challenge.
Participating in Interact’s activities can be recognised as part of the Volunteering element of the Duke of Edinburgh award as choosing to be a part of this group can have a massive impact on a student’s confidence and awareness of their responsibilities to others.
We meet every first Wednesday of the month with our Rotary partners and also Thursdays after school. Over the years, Rotary has honoured both Interact lead teachers – Mrs Webber and Mrs Doeller – with their Paul Harris Fellowship award which is presented in recognition of ‘Service before self’, showing how integral Interact is to the life of the school and the wider community.
Charities we’ve supported
Hospiscare, CHAT, Kenya volunteering/Nakuru school, Great Ormond Street Children’s Hospital, Marie Curie, Toilet Twinning, British Heart Foundation; Aid to Ukraine.
Activities we’ve been involved in
I’m a teacher, get me out of here; Teachers’ got talent; 60 second challenge; Teacher v Teacher quiz; Shoe Box appeal; Christmas jumpers; Christmas Craft Fair; Quiz Night; Christmas Carol Concert.
Student testimonials
“I really enjoy coming to Interact because I like to raise money for charity. It’s a chance to help a new group of people each year.” Ellie, President 2022-23
“Interact is a school club which has really changed my life since I joined. As a team we raise money for charities and we develop a network of friendships with local and overseas charities. If you feel like making a difference, please feel free to come and share your ideas.” Mieke
“In Interact we have already done a talent show, teacher vs teacher, I’m a teacher get me out of here and a Christmas craft fair over the past few years to raise money for different charities to help people.” Maisie
“I enjoy coming to Interact because you get to raise money and help those that need support. It gives you the opportunity to help a different group of people every year. We get to make friends and meet new people.” Tyla
“It was fun helping at the craft fair and being with people who feel the same about helping others. It was really encouraging to see people again after the lockdowns.” Esther
“Being a part of the community through Interact was an amazing experience, it helped me build confidence and leadership skills whilst contributing to a good cause.” Neda, President 2021-22