During the beginning of February, students at Washington Elementary School collected pennies, quarters, dimes, and nickels to “Feed the Bear” in support of The United Way of Crookston. The Preschool and Kindergarten students were welcome to drop their coins into the bear-shaped containers each day throughout the two-week period. The collection created an opportunity for students to demonstrate the character words that are a focus in February – friendliness, helpfulness, love, and consideration. Community members were also invited to donate change to the cause. Altogether, $403.56 was collected for the United Way of Crookston.
United Way Executive Director Libby Boucher, and Board Member, Ryan Wall, visited Washington School to receive the donation from students.
A picture of Libby Boucher, Ryan Wall, and some of the students with the total amount listed is down below.
