Providing comfort for the winter months
At Glendaal Elementary, the student council was on a mission to make a meaningful donation. As the temperatures began to drop this winter, they recognized the pressing need for warm clothing. With resolve and compassion, the students organized a sock drive for the Schenectady City Mission. To spread the word about their cause, students lined the hallways with posters they made, visited classrooms, and eloquently discussed the importance of giving and how something as simple as socks could make a significant difference for those in need.
“I felt that doing the sock drive was a great way to help our community. The socks that we donated will make a huge impact. So many people will benefit from this.” – Carly Beers, student council member
The student council added some zest to their campaign by organizing a “crazy sock day,” encouraging everyone to wear their most colorful and mismatched socks. Glendaal was united by a common purpose. As the days went by, the donations began to pour in. The socks that students, teachers, and families donated, represented warm-heartedness and solidarity.
“Watching people keep coming in with more and more socks was awesome and it felt good to know that so many people contributed and cared.” – Felix Nilsson, student council member
After weeks of dedication, the Glendaal community gathered an astounding total of 689 pairs of socks.
On the day of the presentation, the atmosphere was electric as the students prepared to meet with a representative from the Schenectady City Mission. As they unloaded the mountain of socks, Sofia McLaughlin couldn’t help but express her joy
“I looked at all the socks that Glendaal donated and started getting this warm feeling in my heart, not only because of the amount, but also because of the people that were going to get those socks and be warm throughout winter.” – Sofia McLaughlin, student council member
When they presented the socks to the City Mission representative, the gratitude reflected on the representative’s face spoke volumes about the impact their contributions would have. The representative acknowledged how the students’ dedication to helping others would positively affect 689 people, inspiring many to follow in their footsteps.
Through their service project, the members of the Glendaal Student Council not only provided warmth to those in need but also knew they had made a significant difference, reminding all that even the smallest acts of kindness can help touch the lives of many.