A HIRSUTE teacher has lost his long locks in front of his students to raise hundreds for a cancer charity.
Maths teacher Tom Jewell of Avon Valley School was famed for his long hair.
But not anymore, after he ‘braved the shave’ for cancer charity Macmillan – in front of hundreds of cheering pupils.
He has already raised around £400 in online donations so far, plus more in cash donations – smashing his initial £250 target.
Tom said: “I have friends who have died due to cancer and others who have survived. I don’t feel I can pick one person to do it for, but know that cancer effects so many of us.
“As I am known for my long hair I felt this was something I could do to help more people survive.”
Head teacher Alison Davies said: “Throughout the year we raise thousands of pounds for charities. By supporting different charities our students learn about the good causes and have opportunity to show their generous nature.
“I know the students enjoyed seeing Mr Jewell lose his hair, and I wish him all the best with his fundraising efforts for Macmillan.”
Since 2015, ‘brave shavers’ have raised over £16.8 million for Macmillan Cancer Support, helping the charity support people living with cancer.
Visit https://bravetheshave.macmillan.org.uk/shavers/thomas-jewell to donate.
