Students in the STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) Enrichment program at Kirk Day School celebrated the 50th anniversary of St. Louis’ most well-known landmark, the Arch. They worked in small groups to construct their own arch out of blocks, and learned about the history, engineering and architecture of the important structure.
Ladue Horton Watkins High School students recently put their rhythm to the test at a four-hour dance event—and all for a good cause. In an effort to raise money for the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, the third annual student-led Ladue Dance Marathon was another huge success. Before the event, students raised $16,700 through various fundraisers, and by the end of the night, the total donation was a record-breaking $31,146.03! All funds go to Children’s Hospital and SSM Cardinal Glennon.
Through The Pulsera Project, students in Spanish classes at Parkway Southwest and West middle schools were connected with Fair Trade artists in Nicaragua. After learning that the country was the second poorest in the Western Hemisphere, they were eager to sell the artists’ colorful, handwoven bracelets, called ‘pulseras,’ in a national fundraising effort. The two schools raised nearly $5,000 and collected about $350 for Casa de Salud in St. Louis, which helps local underinsured and uninsured immigrants.
Members of the Westminster Christian Academy varsity hockey team recently joined forces somewhere other than the ice rink. The players, along with parents, coaches and families, volunteered at St. Patrick Center to prepare and serve lunch to more than 100 homeless individuals. “This is a great group of kids who understand how blessed they are,” says parent Patrick Ward. “Giving them an opportunity to show compassion and love for others was great for their personal and spiritual growth.”
Pictured: Westminster Christian Academy varsity hockey team
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