Foundation for Red Deer Public Schools aiming to create life chances for students

“From giving kids a Bright Start to school, to reconnecting with students so they graduate and cross the Finish Line, the Foundation helps students who face challenges in school and makes things better,” says Kristine Plastow, Chair of the Foundation for Red Deer Public Schools, in a press release. “We motivate struggling students and inspire them to read and write through Reading College. For students who come to school without basic needs, we give them that needed step up.”

Officials say more than 70 students have benefited from the Foundation’s Bright Start program, setting them up for success as they enter Kindergarten, while 500 students have increased their reading and writing skills through Reading College. Another 500 students have graduated, who otherwise wouldn’t have due to various barriers in their lives, through the Foundation’s Finish Line program.

“All of these programs make a real difference in the lives of kids and help them reach their full potential,” adds Plastow.

Officials further point out that the Foundation also supports community initiatives which impact thousands of students to enrich their learning. None of these are funded, however, so the Foundation counts on community support to make these Above and Beyond projects happen.

“None of these programs are possible without the generous support of our community,” concedes Plastow. “We encourage the community to purchase tickets and to give kids a life chance.”

To purchase tickets, visit https://www2.rafflebox.ca/raffle/rdpsd.

For more information on the programs through the Foundation for Red Deer Public Schools, visit http://www.rdpsd.ab.ca/Foundation.php.

by rdnewsNOW Staff

Foundation for Red Deer Public Schools aiming to create life chances for students

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