Friends of the Homeless of the South Shore Donation Drive

South Elementary is holding a drive for the Friends of the Homeless of the South Shore. We need donations of new or like-new kitchen, bathroom, bedroom, and living area items for the Friends of the Homeless of the South Shore to distribute to the formerly homeless who are transitioning to housing.

When: February 1 to March 4.

Where: Donation bins will be outside the main office.

Purchasing items via the Friend's Amazon Smile account doubles their benefits. Or you can Venmo @Amber-Gladeau and the money collected will be used to buy items on the list. Email Amber with questions.

Kitchen: kitchen towels, dish sets, cup sets, flatware sets, pots and pans, cooking utensils, small kitchen appliances, paper towels. Bedroom: pillows, pillow cases twin sheets, mattress covers and blankets, small area rugs, curtain. Bathroom: toilet paper, large Rubbermaid tubs, shower curtains and liners, towels. Living Room: curtains, small area rugs, tasteful art.

Office Bulletin

Winter Gear Required

• Snow is here! Children are required to have winter boots, waterproof pants, and mittens to play on the playground with snow.

Parent Volunteer Form

• All parent volunteers need to fill out this form and send it to Pamela Graham.

Absence/Dismissal Changes

• If your child will be absent, late, or your pick-up plan changes, please email their teacher and Laurie Barry.

Masks Required

• Out of an abundance of caution, please wear a mask in the building at all times, wash your hands often, and ask your children to do the same.

Substitutes Needed

• If you have thought of subbing either as a teacher or paraeducator, we could use the help, please contact Lori Jacobs.

Permanent Jobs

• Food Services and Maintenance are looking for permanent help.

SES Village

• Making ends meet can be difficult for families in our community. Resources are available including the federal lunch program, assistance with education costs, and donated extras. Please confidentially contact Mrs. Lincoln or Principal Eastwood for access.

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