Marist Brothers Linmeyer mini-councillors on a mission to keep others warm

Marist Brothers Linmeyer Johannesburg mini-councillors Liam Pearson and Shanika Ramalu, both in Grade Seven, challenged Johannesburg junior councillors Jenna Gouws and Teneale Andrews, both in Grade 11, to see who could collect the most knitted squares for the needy.

The rules were simple: knitted squares had to be started with 25-30 stitches and had to be knitted with number six knitting needles.

Everyone, including parents, grandparents and aunts could help.

At the end of the challenge, the high school had to bow out as the primary school beat them 725 to 433 knitted squares.

The competition between the high school and primary school resulted in a gigantic amount of 1 069 knitted squares.

These squares, turned into blankets, will benefit those who are less fortunate during this harsh winter.
Marist Brothers Linmeyer is grateful and appreciates all those who participated by knitting these precious squares