Spring Cleaning

Vanessa's gym class committed their exercises this week to raising funds for the AHA. She was driven by the rubber duckie on a lanyard. And we knew the exercises were not really challenging her to think about selfless acts to help, so we made an agreement for her to complete three new chores three times to earn a donation for her prize. She helped determine the new chores -- sweeping around the kitchen island, putting away most of a load of dishes, and cleaning the toilet.

We had to make clear that these chores should be done when necessary, not all at once. :-) For some reason she was eager to add potty cleaning to the list -- this was hard for me to teach without fretting over spreading of germs! She very willingly signed the contract and has been eager to complete her chores. Zane is very willing to help too. A great way to usher in spring!

Update (4.2.14):
"Hoops For Heart success!!!  

Thank you to all who helped make our Hoops For Heart event such a success.  Over 130 students made pledges and raised over $7,800 setting a new school record for the second year in a row.  The money raised will help the American Heart Association with much needed funding for research, education, and services for those in need. 

~Mr. Ensign"