NEXT week we begin our annual March Madness for Mission Collection. This monetary donation collection takes place during Wednesday Programming and focuses on global causes. The Mission Collection is a formational opportunity for our students to become more aware of a global issue and realize their ability to make an impact. This year we are focusing on supporting agencies working to eradicate Human Trafficking, to educate about Period Poverty, and to provide funding for the education for the Global Girl. In addition, we will use the first week’s proceeds to support victims of the fires in California.
As a goal for our students, we suggest $5.00-$10.00 per student. One hundred percent of the money we collect will go directly to those in need across the globe. This is one small tangible way to teach students the power of collective giving and philanthropy.
One “fun” aspect of Mission Collection is this annual competition among all of the Merici Time groups to see who can raise the most money over the course of the month. If you would be willing to join in on the fun and support our collections here are some suggestions:
This is one of the small ways we can return our many blessings while helping instill in our young women a sense of solidarity with those in need. Thank you for your support.
Half of the freshman class participated in activities led by Youth at The Center. With Youth at the Center, activities revolved around being a Reflective Thinker, while also learning about their leadership style and skills, and learning and discussing how to work with others with other leadership strengths.
Activities were team builders as they had to figure out how to do something as a team or self-reflect a little more and a little deeper - taking the time to pause and be with one’s own thoughts. The more you know about yourself, the stronger leader you can become.
Last week, the juniors participated in Faith In Action by doing a poverty simulation at Saint Vincent de Paul, and by volunteering at various service sites around the city such as the Civic Garden Center, St. Francis Seraph Ministries, Bethany House, and St. Joseph Home. During the poverty simulation, students were assigned an identity, given a budget, and asked to complete various challenges such as paying rent, showing up for work on time, sorting out medical care, finding transportation, and taking care of children. Their conversations after the simulation and after volunteering with their service site were full of insightful reflections.
