Submitted by Mrs. Kathy Pavoncello
There are many ways in which Yorkshire Elementary promotes the principles of community service. We are very lucky to have the support of local organizations who send representatives to our school to enlighten our district’s youngest students.
As in years past, our school welcomed the ladies from York County Libraries, who brought Clifford the Big Red Dog to help promote their “GOAL” (Grade One At the Library) program, which focuses on helping every first grade student acquire a library card. Special incentives are offered to students with their first few visits to the library. Yorkshire friends learned about many of the fun things their public libraries have to offer.
During Fire Prevention Week, members of the York Area United Fire & Rescue department came to demonstrate fire safety measures and give tours of their fire trucks. Students went home with important knowledge and even some souvenirs.
Sergeant Brian Wilbur of the Springettsbury Police Department has become a familiar face in our Yorkshire hallways. He frequently makes himself available to welcome our friends in the morning, and offer high-fives to start the school day. His presence is a comfort to staff and students alike.
Our students w
ere recently treated to seeing some new faces while in the lunch line! Members of various high school sports teams took turns visiting Yorkshire at lunchtime to meet with students, serve their lunch, and generally get to know them a little. It served to help our young friends see their older counterparts volunteering their time to serve others.