Some Firsts for WHATEVER IT TAKES!

1st Fundraiser

Last Thursday Room 5 did their lemonade stand for "Bases on the Field", and it was a success. They sold over 100 cups of lemonade, and when the staff in the district office heard what Room 5 was doing, personal checks were written to support the Room 5 cause. The students reached their goal in 1 day! I am so impressed with what the students have done, and happy to see them walking a little taller. They have made a difference, they are feeling empowered..they have done "WHATEVER IT TAKES!".

1st Graduate Class

As most of you know, I've taught preschool, 2nd grade, 4th grade, and 5th grade. Last week I got to add another "grade" to that list. I was asked by Mrs. Hanssen to be a guest lecturer for a graduate class at USD. At first I was nervous, but once I started talking about one of my favorite subjects (Character Education & Community Service) I relaxed and had a fabulous time! I can't wait to get back there tomorrow night. I think there are some future W.I.T teachers in that class.

1st Donation

WHATEVER IT TAKES! is in the process of becoming a non-profit, and in the meantime we raise money by selling WHATEVER IT TAKES! bracelets and accepting donations. This week we sold our 1st bracelets and received our first donation. We are celebrating!

1st International W.I.T. project

This spring we will be doing our 1st International W.I.T project in Lithuania. Next stop...Kenya.

1st Timers

All of you who haven't been able to make it to a monthly W.I.T. volunteer project...mark your calendars for Saturday, November 28th. We will be doing another beach cleanup. Can't wait to see all of you there. (Ashely & Kaela, I hope you can come again!)

1st Place

Would you like to win 1st place in our W.I.T. t-shirt design contest? If you think you have an award winning design idea for our 1st t-shirt, email me for more details at shernholm@hotmail.com.

Many of you have asked how you can learn more about W.I.T.. You can always become a fan on our WHATEVER IT TAKES! Facebook page and/or check out our Causes Facebook page- WitKids WHATEVER IT TAKES!. You can check out pictures, video blogs, and meet other WitFans.

Have a wonderful week & keep doing WHATEVER IT TAKES!

Miss Hernholm