Pleasant Hill School

Throughout the school year, students from Pleasant Hill Elementary School's Helping Club has been actively engaged in a variety of service projects and community-building initiatives. In September, they organized the “Pasta With a Purpose” food drive, collecting and delivering approximately 100 pasta and sauce items to the Palatine Food Pantry. In October, they coordinated a Halloween costume drive benefiting the Palatine Opportunity Center. In November, students created a welcoming banner for the Veterans Day Assembly, and in December, they produced a holiday video montage to celebrate the PH community and spread joy. In February, the group led a “SOUP-er Bowl” drive, donating 116 cans and boxes of soup to the Palatine Food Pantry. Additionally, throughout the year, several members volunteered their recess time to serve as kindergarten buddies, supporting both teachers and students.

Looking ahead, Helping Hands members are preparing to visit classrooms in April to read aloud and facilitate discussions in recognition of Autism Acceptance and Awareness Month.

Students: Penny F.; Chloe G.; Kaila K.; Sarah O.; Sadie S.; Marysia S.; Gauri S.

Club Sponsor: Jamie Gasunas - teacher