My Nonprofit Reviews

Today every elementary student who attended Operation School Bell yesterday is at school with a huge smile on their face. New clothes are woren with excitement. Several students stated that they could not wait to wear their new winter coat! ( It is still 90 degrees.) A few students said that they have never had so many new clothes that actually fit. It was a glorious day for 42 students who were able to participate in Operation School Bell.

Often children do not have an opportunity to select their own new clothing or to have first time woren clothes. The wonderful Assistance League members gently guide students but allow the student to make selections. This act alone empowers student to make decisions and reinforces a positive feeling of self. This experience often tranfers to other areas of their life. Circumstances sometimes makes it difficult for a child to grow up but a generous community effort through the Assistance League of Norman helps children build a positive future. Isn't that what we all want! Thank you to the Asistance League of Norman for believing in and supporting our students. This is the village that every child needs.

Sharon Heatly
School Counselor
Norman Pubic Schools