Christmas News at SSES

From Dawne Rice, counselor

Sparks Rotary – Woo hoo!!!

Their members helped us out tremendously last year, by taking lots of leftover Angels from our tree. This year, they took ALL of our Angels to their first membership meeting in December and passed them out. There are still members who don’t have an Angel, so I am still calling them as the need arises. I believe they may be buying a few gift cards for new referrals or to supplement a family’s Christmas. A special thank you goes out to Club member, Brenda, who coordinates the giving!

Kiwanis Club of Downtown Sparks – Wow!!!

I have been working with this dedicated group, in order to get bicycles for some of our students. The Kiwanis Club has refurbished over 500 bicycles this year. We have 5 students who will be sized for a bicycle and then allowed to pick out the one they want. They will also pick out a helmet. This group has been contributing to our community for many years!

Angels in the Community – Kudos!!!

We have a parent, who has formed this non-profit group, and they have adopted a family from SSES. Many thanks to these folks!

We also have a SSES parent who, along with her family, has adopted a family for Christmas. Thank you  to you and your family!

Lastly, we have a teacher here at SSES who, along with her husband and 4 other couples, have adopted a family for Christmas AND beyond!

Adrienne is still down at Stanford.

Adrienne’s father called me this morning. He wanted me to let everyone know how much Adrienne has appreciated the cards and pictures that were sent from Mrs. Charles class. She has many hanging on her walls, so they bring her joy each day. He also wanted us to know that the monetary assistance has been very helpful. I believe he is in awe at the graciousness of people. I told him that they are part of our SSES family. One day soon, he hopes to switch Adrienne’s dialysis schedule, so that she can come home for a visit. She definitely wants to come by and say hi to her class.