Our Kids Care Club was made up of 16 students this year in grades 4, 5, and 6. Although the numbers were small, the hearts of each member was so large we were able to accomplish great things!! http://www.kidscare.org/
In October, we had our first meeting and we had the opportunity to sit together and brainstorm ideas for the year. Each child was truly excited knowing that he/she would be doing things to make a real difference in the lives of others.
We had some amazing projects throughout the year! On several visits to the McCormick Home, our students and residents there were able to see connections across the generations. We bonded over stories, dancing, singing, playing games, and even painting nails. Smiles appeared on the faces of young and old alike! http://www.gbdioc.org/pg/charitiesMcCormickHome.tpl
In December, students gathered at a local mall to ring bells for the Salvation Army. Their good cheer and sweet music brought many visitors throughout the day including the man in red! Santa bellowed his "Ho! Ho! Ho!" as he passed by several times. It was great to know we were a small part of such a big project. http://www.salvationarmyusa.org/
With the cold winters in the area, we were very pleased to help a local shelter, St. John's, by cooking a warm meal for the homeless. Using the school kitchen, we prepared several spaghetti casseroles, warm bread, and veggies. Those, along with donations of drinks and sweets, were welcomed by over 50 people who came to the shelter that night. http://www.stjohnevangb.org/cots.html
We also had trips to Paul's Pantry on several Saturday mornings. Our jobs there included packaging butter and eggs. It helped us all to see the pros and cons of working in an assembly line. Some students did not care for this kind of work because we weren't helping people face to face. However, I think they got the big idea when they saw the line outside of the pantry of people who would be impacted by their work when they picked up their food. http://www.paulspantry.org/
During the spring of the year, my daughter spent some time in the hospital. Following her surgery, she received a warm fleece blanket. Her blanket, like many others, had been made with love by a group and donated to the hospital for patients there. Coincidentally, we had purchased fleece for the same project several weeks before her hospital stay. I cannot tell you how touching it was to be on the receiving end of it. What a great account for me to share with the kids. This was probably the most poignant project of the year for me!
Our members also took the time to make beautiful cards and write heartwarming notes which were sent with care packages to soldiers serving overseas. In addition, we kept these men and women in our prayers as they serve our country. http://www.anysoldier.com/
The last project of the school year, and probably our largest project, was a Hamburger, Hot Dog, and Brat Sale which benefitted Heifer International. With the help of our the parish Mens' Club, who purchased all of the food and supplies, we were able to raise almost $800.00!! With the money, we bought animals which will be sent around the world to help people in need. http://www.heifer.org/
We've had a wonderful school year filled with events which not only made a difference for others, but also impacted our lives as well. It was truly service-learning to the fullest!
In October, we had our first meeting and we had the opportunity to sit together and brainstorm ideas for the year. Each child was truly excited knowing that he/she would be doing things to make a real difference in the lives of others.
We had some amazing projects throughout the year! On several visits to the McCormick Home, our students and residents there were able to see connections across the generations. We bonded over stories, dancing, singing, playing games, and even painting nails. Smiles appeared on the faces of young and old alike! http://www.gbdioc.org/pg/charitiesMcCormickHome.tpl
In December, students gathered at a local mall to ring bells for the Salvation Army. Their good cheer and sweet music brought many visitors throughout the day including the man in red! Santa bellowed his "Ho! Ho! Ho!" as he passed by several times. It was great to know we were a small part of such a big project. http://www.salvationarmyusa.org/
With the cold winters in the area, we were very pleased to help a local shelter, St. John's, by cooking a warm meal for the homeless. Using the school kitchen, we prepared several spaghetti casseroles, warm bread, and veggies. Those, along with donations of drinks and sweets, were welcomed by over 50 people who came to the shelter that night. http://www.stjohnevangb.org/cots.html
We also had trips to Paul's Pantry on several Saturday mornings. Our jobs there included packaging butter and eggs. It helped us all to see the pros and cons of working in an assembly line. Some students did not care for this kind of work because we weren't helping people face to face. However, I think they got the big idea when they saw the line outside of the pantry of people who would be impacted by their work when they picked up their food. http://www.paulspantry.org/
During the spring of the year, my daughter spent some time in the hospital. Following her surgery, she received a warm fleece blanket. Her blanket, like many others, had been made with love by a group and donated to the hospital for patients there. Coincidentally, we had purchased fleece for the same project several weeks before her hospital stay. I cannot tell you how touching it was to be on the receiving end of it. What a great account for me to share with the kids. This was probably the most poignant project of the year for me!
Our members also took the time to make beautiful cards and write heartwarming notes which were sent with care packages to soldiers serving overseas. In addition, we kept these men and women in our prayers as they serve our country. http://www.anysoldier.com/
The last project of the school year, and probably our largest project, was a Hamburger, Hot Dog, and Brat Sale which benefitted Heifer International. With the help of our the parish Mens' Club, who purchased all of the food and supplies, we were able to raise almost $800.00!! With the money, we bought animals which will be sent around the world to help people in need. http://www.heifer.org/
We've had a wonderful school year filled with events which not only made a difference for others, but also impacted our lives as well. It was truly service-learning to the fullest!
2 comments:
Hi, neat blog; sounds like a great bunch of kids :-)
thanks for linking to us, and just to let you know, we have a new website, www.StJohnHomelessShelter.org
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