LEAD Public Schools: Spreading Holiday Cheer and Year-Round Support to Local Families

LEAD Public Schools, a group of public charter schools, has been running its annual holiday initiative. Now in its fourth year, the initiative is managed by LEAD's family engagement team and supports over 50 families each holiday season. Staff members buy, wrap, and deliver holiday gifts and household essentials to students and their families. The gifts are funded by the internal Holiday Gifts for Families fundraising campaign, which exceeded its financial target this year in just a few days.

Biridiana Martinez, a family engagement associate for LEAD, discussed the initiative's impact. She noted that it provides support to students and their families, demonstrating that LEAD is a reliable resource, even during the holiday season. The initiative is part of LEAD's broader commitment to service, a key principle of their Ethos.

In addition to the holiday initiative, LEAD also runs service stations, which were set up in 2020. These stations supply necessities to families throughout the year. Over the past four years, LEAD has provided hundreds of boxes of necessities, thousands of dollars in support, uniforms, clothing, and internet assistance. The stations have been especially useful as the community recovers from recent tornadoes.

Caleb Corlew, who managed this year's holiday giving initiative, discussed the importance of consistency and resilience in their work. He highlighted the personal connection LEAD aims to establish with families, and the resources and tools they offer to provide help when needed. The LEAD Care Portal is another resource, designed to assist families in crisis with more chronic needs, such as homelessness or total loss.

In conclusion, LEAD Public Schools is more than just an educational institution, it's a crucial part of the community. The staff's commitment to service extends beyond the classroom, offering support and resources to families in need throughout the year. As the holiday season continues, LEAD invites those interested in helping to contribute to their initiatives.

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