"Beads for Buddies" at Washburn School
Before Valentine’s Day the Washburn School students organized a “Beads For Buddies” Project to raise money for the Greater Androscoggin Humane Society. Jason Agren, President of Agren Appliances, generously donated the money to pay for the materials. Mr. Agren has been actively involved with the shelter for years.
We were pleased to have him with us for the presentation.
The Beads For Buddies Committee sold beads for 10 cents each and there were messages you could pick from to accompany each bead to your friends. On Valentine’s Day the committee delivered baggies to recipients with their beads and messages from their friends … along with materials to make either a bracelet or key chain. The students, parents and staff had a great time with this project and were especially proud to participate as the proceeds would go to the animals at the shelter.
Present to accept the $400 check from Principal Holly Couturier was Steve Dostie and Ms. Donna Kincer from the Shelter, along with “Kermit” the dog … A big hit with the students. The Washburn students pictured (L->R) are: Sam Perkins(K);
Leo Caron(1); Ian Brown(2); Caroline LaPerriere(3); Annabelle Soucie(4);
Cara Shackley(5); and Jazmin Breton(6). Also present for the presentation were
Dr. Hyde and Mrs. Burke who were the organizers of this event.
Mr. Dostie brought with him wrist bands that say “SavingPetsInMaine.org”
for ALL the students!! This is a website where you may obtain additional information on how YOU can help!