April holds many opportunities for students to participate in service projects and activities. Although service is not a requirement, it is widely encouraged. Service not only benefits the recipient but also the giver. At the end of the day, your actions determine what kind of person you are and what sort of reputation you will have. Several Service Board opportunities arise in April.
It’s a great opportunity to build connections with students from other schools and also help show support and gratitude for those serving in the military.
On April 26, students will head to the Agnes Irwin School for a collaborative service event with peers from AIS and Baldwin. It’s a great opportunity to build connections with students from other schools and also help show support and gratitude for those serving in the military. We will be making Paracord Bracelets for Soldiers. To sign up for this event, please get in touch with a member of the service board or Ms. Loos.
The ongoing Form III Birthday Cake Collection will continue until May 9. The Birthday Cake Collection drive is in full swing, collecting baking supplies to create birthday kits for students in need. Donations may be deposited in the collection boxes around the school, handed to Ms. Loos or one of your Student Council members.
For Pete’s Sake Walk is on April 27th. This event supports a local organization that offers support to families battling cancer. This walk, held at Citizens Bank Park, is both a fundraiser and a time for reflection. To create a team or donate for this walk, please contact Ms. Loos.
Additionally, there have been several service opportunities completed this month.
Over 80 people signed up, which will go a long way toward helping hospitals in the region provide critical care to patients in need.
The Annual Blood Drive was held on April 14th in partnership with the American Red Cross. This event saw a good response from students and faculty who came together to support this life-saving cause. Over 80 people signed up, which will go a long way toward helping hospitals in the region provide critical care to patients in need.
The Annual Walk for Water on April 17th gave the second-grade boys an opportunity to develop empathy for children in remote villages who have to carry two gallons of water for three miles a day. Haverford recreates this experience with students walking thirteen laps of the running track. Since 2010, Haverford has raised over $86,000, traveling 180 laps or 45 miles, and H20 For Life has distributed this money to many less fortunate schools globally to fund their water tanks, education, latrines, and other needs.
Participating in service helps others and is personally rewarding. Take some time and get involved.
