Kate Middleton Dress Stuns as Duchess Meets With Grade-School Students
Duchess Kate Middleton surprised parents and children when she showed up at Blessed Sacrament School to speak about a project to help keep children away from addiction. Middleton's visit was not announced to the public even though the press still found out about it and managed to get plenty of photos.
Middleton, husband William, and brother-in-law Harry, all funders of The Royal Foundation, work together to support the project, entitled M-PACT Plus, which works to support children who are affected by a parent's drug or alcohol abuse. The program seeks to provide early intervention and support in any way necessary so that children have the best possible chances to succeed.
"MPACT-Plus came about as a result of the Duchess of Cambridge's desire to help children of addicted families break the cycle of addiction, and she has taken a close interest in its progress," a Kensington Palace spokesman told Daily Mail. "Through her patronage of Action on Addiction, the Duchess of Cambridge became aware of the shattering impact of addiction, not only on those addicted, but also on their families. Today's engagement is an opportunity for the Duchess of Cambridge to meet those delivering the programs and discuss how the pilot is progressing."
The Duchess took plenty of time to speak with the students of Blessed Sacrament, who were delighted by her presence. She also revealed that Prince George, who turns one this month is "racing around" and is "so fast" and "opening doors."
"I said it was because she has come to Blessed Sacrament school. I said I liked her dress," student Seyi said when the Duchess asked why she was so happy.
"She looks good in pink," another student named Abigail said.
In recent weeks, the Duke and Duchess have made trips to check on their charities' progress but have tried to do so behind-the-scenes. They want to remain as helpful as possible without drawing attention to themselves but to the charities and organizations they help. Both are heavily involved with numerous agencies and enjoy spending time with the people who are as dedicated as they are.
