Operation Christmas Child
Samaritan's Purse
Operation Christmas Child
This shoe box is for Operation Christmas Child. This shoe box presents an opportunity for our students to give back to others. If your family is willing to participate please send the shoe box pack to school by Thursday November 12th.
What should I pack in the shoe box?
-Only new and unused items
-Wow Item (doll, toy truck, soccer ball with air pump, stuffed animal, clothing, small musical instrument, backpack)
-Personal Care Items (comb, toothbrush, hairbrush, bar of soap, wash cloth, Adhesive bandages (Colorful ones can help a child be more willing to wear a bandage. Do not include liquid antibiotic ointment.), Reusable plastic containers: cup, water bottle, plate, bowl, blunt-edged utensils, (Consider filling an empty container with non-liquid items such as hair bows, bracelets, sunglasses, or washcloths to maximize the space.) a blanket.
-Clothing
-Craft supplies and Activity packs
-Toy
-A personal note and photo
What Should I NOT pack?
Candy; toothpaste; gum; used or damaged items; war-related items such as toy guns, knives, or military figures; chocolate or food; seeds; fruit rolls or other fruit snacks; drink mixes (powdered or liquid); liquids or lotions; medications or vitamins; breakable items such as snow globes or glass containers; aerosol cans.
Students will be selected at random to deliver the boxes.