So the Prout Family from New Orleans bought us the camera we are using down here via donorschoose.org. We have been in contact for the past few months and they offered to buy us all beignets at Cafe Du Monde last night. Here is the email we received today and below is the picture we took after the delicious beignets. We're off to Rock N Bowl now for some bowling, live Cajun music and food. I'll try to give you an update about our day today when we get back.
-Ray
Dear Team New Milford,
Everyone in New Orleans who met you was impressed by your hard work, your thoughtful questions, your politeness, and your desire to help with our recovery. I know your teachers have set high standards for your school work and your behavior, because they want the very best for you. Your parents should be so proud of you!
Some of you said that this would be the trip of a lifetime, but I think it is just one of a large number of opportunities you will have. I am sure that you will always be looking for chances to help others, both at home in New Milford and also wherever you go. I will treasure the memories of the time we spent together, and I hope that we will meet again.
Your friends in New Orleans,
Lee and Linda Prout
Mrs. Collentine here! And WOW! I just got back from being off the grid and what a nice surprise! Half of my next year's English class is working sooo hard! Beautiful pictures, beautiful efforts!!!! I am so proud of you. You are already showing me the definition of motivated and being the best you can be.
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What a lovely note of thanks from the Prout family! It is so nice to hear from others outside the NM family how impressed others are with all of you. Stay strong for your last day of work tomorrow!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful note of gratitude from the Prout family. It is very nice to hear such sentiments from others who have experienced the good will of New Milford. Stay strong for your last day of work tomorrow.
ReplyDeleteI am so proud of the students at New Milford and the educators who have sacrificed their own time to make this learning experience happen. To the educators, this is true education; how each individual can and should impact the world around them - you have enlighten, edified and educated the future. In a world where many are content with the immediate, you and the students who have had this opportunity have bettered the world. You all must understand that your efforts for change and impact are moment to moment - each moment an imprint in this world. It is the process of vision and persistence. I am amazed at the students' commitment to such a humane venture. You have all impacted the world - you have accomplished much! The greatest lessons are often learned outside of the classroom and you all are lucky to have educators that are passionate and want to bring your education experiences to life. Great job everyone!
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