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The fifth- and sixth-grade student council at Blott Guy PK-6 school recently organized a food drive to support the Liberty food pantry at Church Hill United Methodist Church. Classrooms competed to see which one could collect the most items. The drive collected 3,078 items throughout the month of December.
LIBERTY — The fifth- and sixth-grade student council at Blott Guy PK-6 school recently demonstrated the power of service and community by organizing a food drive to support the Liberty Food Pantry at Church Hill United Methodist Church.
Teachers, students and community members donated 3,078 items from the elementary building throughout the month of December. This total reflects donations gathered at the school and does not include the additional support from parents and other community members who dropped off items throughout the drive.
Several classrooms went above and beyond in their efforts. Shelby Perry’s class led the way for grades 3 through 6 with 511 items donated, while Frances Klanica’s class was the top contributor in grades PK through 2, collecting 242 items.
Co-Student Council Adviser Cyndi Marinoff expressed pride in the students’ efforts.
“We are incredibly proud of our students and grateful to everyone who donated,” Marinoff said. “These donations will truly make a difference for families in our community.”
Co-Adviser Marla Dull added, “It’s inspiring to see our students take such an active role in helping others. This food drive not only supports the pantry, but also teaches valuable lessons about compassion and community service.”
Sharon Wathen of Church Hill United Methodist Church also expressed appreciation for the partnership with Liberty Schools.
“We are always grateful for donations so we don’t have to purchase them,” Wathen said. “What we really enjoy is the connection with the school. There are Liberty families who come here, and it’s a great bridge to the community. We serve about 90 families each month, so this food reaches hundreds of people.”
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