Staff and students climbed Mount Snowdon in memory of a student who died from Cancer.

The trek by members of Halifax Academy helped raise money in memory of year 11 student Ali Raja.

Through a series of efforts they have already raised £21,000 which will go towards helping orphans in Pakistan where some staff will be looking to teach as well carry out aid work.

Teacher Yasar Mohammed said, "Ali Raja was extremely brave; he always had a smile on his face regardless of what life had thrown at him. 

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"His peer group, who were an extremely close unit, were eager to raise awareness with an aim of trying to help Ali and try to understand his needs.

"The school as a whole was remarkable in terms of support, staff were keen to get involved. 

"The first set of charity funds were given to the local hospital where Ali Raja was being treated. 

"The class all went collectively to donate the money to the sick children; they also took toys and gifts such as iPads."

Sadly Ali died from his illness but staff and students have been keen to raise more funds in his memory.

He added, "So far, the school has raised £21,000 this is a remarkable sum given the relatively short time frame.

"We are all immensely proud of their efforts and the support from the local community."