Assistance League recognized as a Friend of Education
From left, Assistance League of Wichita members Betty Epperly, Barb Fuller, Kay Woodard, Suzanne Koch, Glenda Pace, Helene Longhofer. Courtesy Photo from USD 259
Assistance League of Wichita volunteers accepted the 2010 Friends of Education Award of Excellence in the partner activity category, during the Friends of Education banquet on April 10 at El Dorado High School.
The Friends of Education Awards, presented by the Confidence in Kansas Public Education Task Force, recognize the outstanding work of dedicated school volunteers across the state.
Three of the Assistance League of Wichita’s programs benefit Wichita students and graduates.
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Operation School Bell helps underprivileged children be better prepared for learning by providing them new clothing, shoes, and school supplies. Operation School Bell clothed 3,584 students last school year and has provided clothing and hygiene kits to 59,000 children so far. |
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The Assistance League’s Bear Hugs program provides bears to children who are victims of sexual assault. |
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The Assistance League’s Scholarship program provides graduating high school seniors the opportunity to further their education. |
The Friends of Education Awards Banquet is sponsored by the South Central Kansas School Public Relations Association (KanSPRA).
