School Days

Bishop McHugh
Members of Team Mercy at Bishop McHugh Regional Catholic School delivered non-perishable food to Holy Redeemer November 18 that was donated by students and their families during their annual Thanksgiving food collection. The executive board members of Team Mercy also help stock the shelves at Holy Redeemer in an effort to replenish the food supply. The food will go to those in need in Cape May County.
Glenwood Avenue
The Safety Patrol, Enrichment Classes and Student Council at Glenwood Avenue School are learning a valuable lesson from their fellow students as they have spearheaded a program called one “Can” Help. For years the Student Council has been assisting the United Way of Cape May County by sorting and packing bags of food for their food pantry. Knowing that there is always a need for supplies at the pantry, 5th grade teacher Betsy Heraux enlisted the help of the entire student body to assist with this program. Every student was issued a brown paper bag asking that they bring in one can of non-perishable food by November 24th. “The response has been overwhelming as we’re finding that our students are not just bringing in one item, but two, three or even four cans of food for those in need” stated Mrs. Heraux as she was busy sorting through boxes piled high with donated items. Mrs. Heraux said that she and her fellow teachers at Glenwood are very proud of their students and applaud their desire to give back to the community.
If you would like to find out how your child or school can help the United Way’s Food Pantry please contact the United Way of Cape May County at 609-729-2002
Wildwood Catholic
Wildwood Catholic High School’s Advanced Honors Spanish IV class traveled to New York City on November 10. While in New York City the enjoyed a performance of “La Gringa” at the Repertorio Espanol. After the show the students then enjoyed an authentic Mexican meal at the Mexico Lindo Restaurante.
Caption: Laura Martin, Danielle DiPeso, Mark Rucci, Grahm Neville, Brittani Helverson, Eric Axelsson, Alexandra Adams, and Maria Catanoso.
Woodbine
The Woodbine School District is fortunate to have foster grandparents who provide support and services to selected students in the school district. The foster grandparents tutor, mentor and assist children who may need extra help in academic areas in the classroom. Woodbine Elementary School’s foster grandparents are assigned to students in grades from preschool to the eighth grade. The program allows senior citizens the opportunity to work one-on-one at various work sites throughout the state; each foster grandparent receives a tax-free stipend, travel reimbursement and they can volunteer up to 20 hours a week. Although the foster grandparent may be assigned to one student, all of the children in the selected Woodbine Elementary School classrooms enjoy having a school “grandparent”!