Dear 5A and 5B Families,
This year, the grade 5 classes are supporting Samaritan’s Purse Operation Christmas Child. This charity invites us to share God’s love by filling shoeboxes with new items for children worldwide, especially those in impoverished or war-torn areas who may rarely receive new gifts.
How You Can Help
We invite families to participate as little or as much as they would like:
● Donating small, new gift items to be packed in shoeboxes that the charity supplies (e.g., school supplies, toys, toothbrushes, small musical instruments). Ideas can be found here.
● Contributing cash donations to help purchase additional items and cover shipping costs.
Please remember that shoeboxes cannot include liquids, used or breakable items, food, candy, medications, or war-related items.
Important Details
● Collection Deadline: Thursday, November 14 (You can start bringing items now. We will work together to sort and pack the shoeboxes on the 14th.)
● Ages We’re Targeting: The idea is that one shoebox is filled for one child. Gifts will be sorted into boxes for either a boy or girl in the following age group: 2-4, 5-9, and 10-14.
Once items are collected, students will sort, pack, and prepare the shoeboxes for shipment. We’ll conclude by praying over these gifts, sending our love and best intentions to the children who will receive them.
This project is part of our Religion course and social justice education, aiming to teach generosity, global awareness, and gratitude. We hope this experience will help students understand the blessings we have and the joy of sharing with others.
Thank you for joining us in this meaningful initiative. For more details, please watch for a follow-up email with links and resources.
With blessings,
Tiffany Poirier and Catherine Hicks
The Grade Five Teachers
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