Operation Christmas Child Project
2022
This is an optional opportunity and information is being provided for those choosing to participate.
Teaching our Students about Citizenship...
November's character trait is "Citizenship" and in an effort to teach our students about supporting their community and country we are participating in the Samaritan's Purse project, known as "Operation Christmas Child." Below are some facts about this project and how it works. We believe this is a project our students will enjoy participating in and it will help them more fully understand the concept of citizenship through giving of their time and resources to children in need.
CONNECTION WITH CITIZENSHIP...
Students are learning "You can demonstrate good citizenship by being a person who is involved in trying to make the community, nation, or world a better place. You can also show good citizenship by considering the needs of others in your community, home, or school."
Each family who donates a shoebox will receive volunteer hours for the month of November. If you have any questions, please email stacey.hatley@bethelhill.net Please note, shoeboxes are due by Tuesday, November 15 and should be dropped off in Mrs. Hatley's Kindergarten classroom. Thank you for your help in promoting citizenship at our school!
WHAT IS OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD?
- The Samaritan’s Purse project Operation Christmas Child collects shoebox gifts—filled with fun toys, school supplies and hygiene items—and delivers them to children in need around the world. For many of these children, the gift-filled shoebox is the first gift they have ever received.
- Since 1993, Operation Christmas Child has collected and delivered more than 198 million shoebox gifts to children in more than 170 countries and territories.
- In 2021 alone, more than 10.5 million Operation Christmas Child shoebox gifts were collected throughout Australia, Austria, Canada, Finland, Germany, New Zealand, South Korea, Spain, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
Reference:
“Mission and History.” Samaritan's Purse, https://www.samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/mission-and-history/.
YOU CAN PARTICIPATE IN TWO WAYS:
- Pack a shoebox with your family at home and bring it to Mrs. Hatley's Kindergarten classroom on Tuesday, November 15.
- Complete a shoebox online.
**If packing a shoebox with your family at home, please carefully review the "Do not Include" list provided below to ensure your gift is able to used for this project. We appreciate your attention to these details!**
Steps for packing your own shoebox:
2. Choose boy/girl and age range - After choosing boy/girl and the age range (2-4 years old, 5-9 years old, or 10-14 years old) for your shoebox you will need to print a label to attach to your shoebox indicating your selection. Labels can be printed by clicking the "Shoebox Labels" PDF Download below.
Build Your Shoebox Online
If you choose to Build a Shoebox Online, please let Mrs. Hatley know by emailing her at stacey.hatley@bethelhill.net Thank you!
Please AVOID the following items:
Do NOT include:
Vaseline®
scary items (things that will frighten a child rather than bring joy)
war-related items (such as toy soldiers, military vehicles, or wearable camouflage)
liquid paint sets or liquid glue
rubber balls with liquid filling
liquid lip gloss
matches or fire starters
seeds
sand/rocks/shells gathered from nature
all types of food, candy, or gum
medications or vitamins
toothpaste
nail polish
money or play money
baby powder
baking soda
razors
liquids or lotions
breakable items or glass containers
aerosol cans
used clothing or toys
These items will NOT be able to be used for this project.