Esperanza Academy Middle School Girls Volunteer Weekly At Lawrence YMCA
Community Collaborations - Making Community Service Fun
Every Monday afternoon, girls from Lawrence’s new Esperanza Academy volunteer at the Merrimack Valley YMCA’s Lawrence Branch. They volunteer reading to children, helping with craft projects, and helping with classroom activities.
Last week, the middle school girls planned a holiday project for the children: creating button wreaths that the children can take home as holiday gifts for their family. Integral to the Academy’s curriculum is community service. “We are so pleased Esperanza Academy has partnered with us. The excitement and positive attitude of the young women is an inspiration to all. We look forward to their weekly visits with our children,” said Francis J. Kenneally, YMCA District Executive Director.
