High School Students Aim for UN Success with Fundraisers and Hypnosis
Twenty-nine ambitious students from Jean-Racine High School in Montdidier, France are gearing up for an unforgettable journey to the United Nations in New York City. They’ll spend two weeks, from March 2 to March 18, 2025, participating in a simulated session of the UN, where they will embody diplomats representing various countries.
"It is mainly Australia and a delegation of two students will represent the USSR at the historic 1991 security council," explained the teachers guiding this project: Manon Aury, Virginie Loyez, Stéphanie Prévot and Amandine Caboche. This unique opportunity provides these young minds with a firsthand experience of international diplomacy and global problem-solving.
Their fundraising efforts also extend to local initiatives. Every Wednesday afternoon from 2pm to 5pm, the students sell socks at the entrance of the E. Leclerc store. They’ll also be present at the Montdidier Christmas market this weekend, November 30th and December 1st.
To add even more excitement, the students have organized a hypnosis show featuring Stephan Watbled at the Jean-Dupuy hall on Saturday, November 30th. Doors open at 7pm, and tickets are available for €10. "Places are still on sale for €10. People will also be able to come and take their place at the entrance, although we prefer reservations," said Virginie Loyez.
This event is part of the students’ Political Science workshops, held twice a week on Fridays, which are designed to help them prepare for applications to the prestigious Institute of Political Studies. With just over month and a half left to reach their fundraising goal, the students are pushing hard towards realizing their dream. "There is 1 month and a half left to get the required €4,000, (to finance the trip to New York)," emphasized Virginie Loyez.
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**To learn more about the Jean-Racine High School Model UN Association and their fundraising efforts, visit their online campaign: [https://www.lebonhommepicard.fr/somme-29-eleves-du-lycee-de-montdidier-senvoleront-pour-new-york-en-2025/_wp_link_placeholder](https://www.lebonhommepicard.fr/somme-29-eleves-du-lycee-de-montdidier-senvoleront-pour-new-york-en-2025/_wp_link_placeholder)
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## French Teens Harness Hypnosis and Socks to Fund UN Dream
**Montdidier, France** – Twenty-nine enterprising students from Jean-Racine high School are on a mission: to experience the halls of power at the United Nations. but reaching their goal of representing France (as well as Australia and the USSR!) at a simulated UN session in New York City requires raising €47,000.
World Today News spoke with Virginie Loyez,one of the dedicated teachers guiding these aspiring diplomats,about their unique fundraising campaign.
**WTN:** This is an amazing opportunity for your students! What are they most excited about experiencing at the UN?
**Virginie Loyez:** The students are thrilled about the prospect of stepping into the shoes of diplomats, debating real-world issues, and engaging in the complex world of international relations. This experience will undoubtedly broaden their horizons and inspire them to become active global citizens.
**WTN:** Raising nearly €50,000 is no small feat. Can you tell us about some of the creative ways your students are approaching their fundraising goals?
**VL:** Our students have shown remarkable initiative and resourcefulness! They’ve launched an online crowdfunding campaign, which we encourage everyone to support. But they’ve also taken their efforts offline. Every Wednesday afternoon, you’ll find them selling socks at the E. Leclerc store. This weekend, they’ll be at the Montdidier Christmas market, spreading holiday cheer andFundraising for their dream.
**WTN:** That’s fantastic! And I understand there’s a unique event coming up?
**VL:** Absolutely! On November 30th,we’re hosting a hypnosis show featuring the talented Stephan Watbled at the Jean-Dupuy hall. Tickets are just €10, and it promises to be an entertaining evening for the whole community. This event is also linked to our Political Science workshops, where students learn critical thinking and negotiation skills – essential tools for future diplomats.
**WTN:** You mentioned a tight deadline. How is the fundraising progressing, and what’s the message to potential donors?
**VL:** We still have a little over month and a half to raise the remaining €4,000 to secure the trip. Every contribution, big or small, will make a real difference in helping these extraordinary students achieve their dream.
**WTN:** Thank You, Virginie. We wish the students of Jean-Racine all the best in their Fundraising endeavors and their journey to the UN.
**for more information on how to support the students, please visit their crowdfunding campaign page here:** [Insert crowdfunding link].
