Dear Community,

We are requesting your generous support to cover part of the costs of airfare and accomodations for 11 students of Queen's Royal College (Trinidad and Tobago), to attend the prestigious Penn Relays. This represents the remaining balance of the total of $176,000 that's needed to fund thier attendance this year.

Our young men have been performing exceptionally well in the area of track and field locally, and we believe that participating in the Penn Relays provides them with a unique opportunity to showcase their talent on a larger stage. The Penn Relays (also Penn Relays Carnival) is the oldest and largest track and field competition in the United States, hosted annually since April 21, 1895 by the University of Pennsylvania at Franklin Field in Philadelphia. QRC's 2023 Penn Relay Cohort
To make this trip possible, we are in need of a total of $66,000TTD in donations by April 20th, 2024. Your contribution, no matter how small, can make a significant difference in helping our students reach their goal.

The College has a long and distinguished history of academic and leadership excellence. Equally well known, is the ‘Royalian’ reputation of producing exemplary athletes who have created history representing Trinidad and Tobago. Olympians Wendell Mottley, Richard Thompson, Jehue Gordon and the late Deon Lendore are but a few examples of ‘Royalian’ athletes, who have done their College and country proud by their excellent performances. Most of our athletes have had their genesis of world-class competition at the Penn Relay Festival, Pennsylvania, U.S.A.

Some of our young men at the recently concluded winning stints at this year's Carifta Games (Tafari Waldron reigning 5000m champion), and the Secondary Schools Track and Field North Regional Championships, Hasely Crawford Stadium, Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago.

Participating in the Penn Relays offers numerous benefits to our students and our country, including:

• Exposure to top-notch competition: The Penn Relays is one of the most prestigious track and field events in the world, attracting athletes from all over the globe. Competing against some of the best athletes in the world will provide our students with an opportunity to hone their skills and gain invaluable experience.
• Networking opportunities: Our students will have the chance to meet and interact with coaches, recruiters, and other influential individuals in the sports industry. This could potentially open up doors for future opportunities in the world of sports.
• Building confidence and character: Participating in such a high-stakes event requires a great deal of discipline, hard work, and perseverance. Our students will develop a sense of confidence and character that will serve them well in all areas of life.
• National Pride!

The College has a long and distinguished history of academic and leadership excellence. Equally well known, is the ‘Royalian’ reputation of producing exemplary athletes who have created history representing Trinidad and Tobago. Olympians Wendell Mottley, Richard Thompson, Jehue Gordon and the late Deon Lendore are but a few examples of ‘Royalian’ athletes, who have done their College and country proud by their excellent performances.
The following highlights are some of our performances over the years at the Penn Relay Festival:

• 4x100m accomplishments

1. 2008 placed 1st Small High Schools
2. ⁠2010 placed 2nd Small High schools
3. ⁠2011 placed 4th Small High Schools
4. ⁠2018 placed 3rd International High Schools
5. ⁠2023 placed 4th International High Schools

• 4x400m Championship of America for High Schools accomplishments. Please note there are no divisions of High Schools in the 4x400m

1. 2010 placed 4th High Schools
2. ⁠2013 placed 4th High Schools
3. ⁠2014 placed 4th High Schools
4. ⁠2016 placed 7th High Schools
5. ⁠2017 placed 8th High Schools
We believe that the benefits of this trip will extend far beyond the field of play and will have a positive impact on our students' lives for years to come. We are counting on your support to help make this trip a reality.

Thank you in advance for your generosity and support of our young men!

Sincerely,
Esther Callender- George
President, QRC PTA
On behalf of The Queen's Royal College, Parent Teacher Association
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