A Westhoughton school teacher is continuing to keep her inspirational daughter’s memory alive after she tragically died.

Jenny Prince’s daughter Holly Prince, sadly died at the age of five in April of last year after doctors discovered she had a Wilms’ tumour, which only affects children and most commonly those under the age of 5.

Holly was first diagnosed with Bloom Syndrome in March 2020, which is an “ultra-rare” condition.

The condition means that the child’s stature is small, which increases the risk of developing cancer at a young age.

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Jenny – who is head of PE at the school - and her colleagues at Westhoughton High School are taking on the Great Manchester Run this weekend, to raise money for the charity she set up – Holly’s Hearts.

She said: “Everyone who knows her, knows about her story, her bravery, and her inspiration.

“A lot of my work colleagues are really inspired by her, and it’s going to be very emotional for me and them because her legacy and her inspiration keeps them going through hard times.

“There will be 11 of us from the school taking on a run for Holly’s Hearts, with four of us doing half a marathon and seven doing 10k.

“Our slogan is ‘Team Westhoughton High School’ when we do anything collaborative.”

The Bolton News: Jenny Prince and her colleagues in their T-shirts

Bloom Syndrome is so rare that only less than 300 people in the world are registered with it.

Only months after this diagnosis, Holly was then diagnosed with cancer in June 2020.

Jenny said that it has been a really “difficult time” in her life which is hard to put into words, but that having that support from her colleagues has been a “massive help”.

She added: “It’s been difficult but coming to work and having the support I have in work from my colleagues has been amazing.

“The school have supported me massively this year, and coming into work has been a great distraction.”

Since Holly’s passing Jenny and her husband Mark set up Holly’s Heart in their daughter’s memory, which is a recognised charity.

The charity will now help those affected by children living with cancer to make as many memories as possible through special gifts and experiences.

Westhoughton High School have previously raised money for charities during fun runs in the past, including a fun run last year.

Collectively with the school Jenny has raised more than £3k for the charity.

The school colleagues will take part in the Manchester run this Sunday (May 21).

To support those running to raise money, click here (www.gofundme.com/f/great-manchester-run-2023).

Jenny has also made a Facebook page called Holly’s Blooms Journey documenting her experience.

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