Children Across The Country Help New Orleans Students
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Children Nationwide Support New Orleans Students
Summary
While New Orleans continues its rebuilding efforts, local residents emphasize the ongoing need for support, particularly for schools affected by Hurricane Katrina.
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As New Orleans rebuilds brick by brick, Lego has launched an initiative inviting children and parents across the U.S. to donate Lego bricks to support local schools and students. For every donated brick, Lego will contribute a new one.
The city's recovery efforts are making progress, but the need for support, especially for educational institutions, remains high. Hurricane Katrina damaged over 70 percent of New Orleans' schools, leaving only seven of 117 public schools operational. The school district, which once employed 3,500 staff members, has had to reduce its workforce to just 300. Many displaced students now attend charter schools, where resources and funding are often limited.
As the community rebuilds, reestablishing normalcy for children impacted by the disaster is crucial. Playtime is essential, aiding children in learning, socialization, and developing creative thinking skills. However, integrating creative play into classrooms is increasingly challenging, a situation worsened by Hurricane Katrina.
"We aim to inspire children and families everywhere to think of this massive rebuilding effort and contribute in a playful way to give New Orleans children opportunities to imagine, learn, and have fun," said Michael McNally of Lego Systems.
In addition to donating Lego bricks, children are encouraged to submit ideas for a large-scale replica of New Orleans' future that will be crafted with their contributions and displayed by The Arts Council of New Orleans. Along with their donations, children can send drawings, photos, or notes outlining their vision for New Orleans' recovery. Every idea will be considered for the structure.
"We are assessing the damage to public art post-Hurricane Katrina," stated Mary Len Costa, Director of Public Art for The Arts Council of New Orleans. "We are thrilled to receive a Lego brick structure to symbolize the bright future of this great city," Costa added.
Response to the initiative has been strong, with households contributing, teachers organizing classroom activities, and community groups like scout troops participating.
Every child who donates will receive a studded rubber wristband as a token of appreciation for their contribution. Donations will be accepted until September 30th.
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