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Joliet District 86 students to expand learning Fifth-grade students throughout Joliet Public Schools District 86 read the book Thunder Rolling in the Mountains by Scott O’Dell and Elizabeth Hall in their Wit and Wisdom English Language Arts unit about the history of Nez Perce tribe. Students in Maida Cornelio-Sauseda’s classroom at A.O. Marshall Elementary School also had chance to meet with Joyce McFarland, the Education Manager for the Nez Perce Tribal Nation in Idaho, via Zoom, to learn the history about the Nez Perce tribe, see pictures of the Nimiipuu (The People) in their traditional homelands in present-day states of Idaho, Montana, Oregon, and Washington, and hear more about the tribal nation. “I had the pleasure to join the Zoom call and see the students’ eyes light up when Ms. McFarland shared details about the Nez Perce Tribe,” said Joliet Public Schools District 86 Superintendent Dr. Theresa Rouse, “Thank you to our staff members for arranging this added and impactful component to the curriculum.” “I am so grateful our students had this opportunity to expand their learning.” A.O. Marshall Elementary School Principal Dr. Emilia Herrera added.
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Diageo North America donates ten million cans of water to Convoy of Hope to support disaster relief response efforts Diageo North America is donating ten million, 12-ounce cans of water to humanitarian organization Convoy of Hope to assist local communities across the United States experiencing natural and humanitarian disasters. The cans will be prepositioned in key facilities for deployment to communities and relief organizations during times of need. The cans are filled at Diageo’s Lincolnway manufacturing site in Plainfield, Illinois, which produces malt-based beverages and spirits-based ready-to-drink cocktails. Once the cans are filled, Convoy of Hope will distribute them to its Springfield, MO distribution center and other distribution partners around the country. “Diageo North America’s supply and production functions are world-class and known for nimble, efficient, and innovative operations. During the pandemic, we quickly re-engineered to deliver much needed sanitizer. Today, our effort to produce ten million cans of drinking water builds on our tradition of innovation and directly supports communities in the U.S. that have been struck by disaster. We are proud of our ability to use our scale and the opportunity to partner with Convoy of Hope to build up essential resources for crisis response,” said Marsha McIntosh, SVP of Supply Strategy Planning and Logistics for Diageo North America. A global humanitarian organization based in Springfield, MO, Convoy of Hope aims to serve people who are impoverished, hungry, and hurting. In addition to providing disaster relief around the world, Convoy of Hope supports communities in need through children’s feeding programs, agriculture training, women’s empowerment, and community events in big cities and rural towns. In the last year alone, in partnership with churches, businesses, civic organizations, and government agencies, Convoy of Hope has deployed aid to support communities affected by tornadoes, flooding, wildfires and more. In 2022, Convoy of Hope responded to 36 disasters in the U.S. Already this year, the organization has responded to 37 U.S. disasters. “Diageo’s donation of ten million cans will fill a critical need during Convoy’s disaster relief efforts. We are honored to receive this donation, which will help us
meet the essential drinking water needs of families and communities in distress,” said Ethan Forhetz, VP of Public Engagement at Convoy of Hope. The effort is being led by the Diageo CARES platform (Diageo Community Activity and Relief Efforts) which facilitates opportunities for employee volunteerism, fundraising and community donations across the U.S. and Canada. Through Diageo CARES, the company has supported disaster relief efforts and donations across the U.S. over the last ten years and provided direct pandemic relief funding for the hospitality sector and workforce. Some of these efforts included financial and volunteer support to communities in the U.S. Virgin Islands (2017)
and Kentucky (2021) facing unprecedented challenges due to the impact of tornadoes and severe storms. About Convoy of Hope Convoy of Hope is a global, faith-based organization that serves vulnerable communities. By partnering with local churches, businesses, civic organizations, and government agencies, Convoy strategically offers help and hope in more than 125 countries. Since its founding in 1994, Convoy of Hope has served more than 200 million people. Since 2002, Charity Navigator has awarded its highest rating to the organization each year — recognizing Convoy as a Four-Star Charity. Visit convoyofhope.org to learn more.
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Angie Aegerter’s donation used to buy ‘WriteOn Joliet’ books for senior book club at the Timbers
Authors from WriteOn Joliet, a local writing group, visited the Timbers of Shorewood Senior Living at an event called “Meet the Authors” on Thursday, November 9, at the Timbers, 1100 N River Rd., Shorewood. The authors read passages from their latest anthology, signed books, and answered questions from members of the Timbers’ Book Club. Angie Aegerter, of Channahon, donated funds that were used to buy 30 copies of WriteOn Joliet’s sixth anthology. She met a member of WriteOn Joliet, through volunteer work, and expressed an interest in helping the community with a donation. The 30 books were purchased and donated to the Timbers of Shorewood’s popular book club for seniors.
“I donated funds for books, because I believe in a connected community,” Aegerter said, “Which in turn makes the community stronger and able to have a broader reach.” “We are so grateful to Angie for her generosity,” said Amy Odell, director of activities at the Timbers. “This is our second ‘Meet the Authors’ event and it was just as wonderful as the first time. Our residents thoroughly enjoyed meeting the authors and reading their stories in the anthology.” WriteOn Joliet meetings are from 6 to 8:30 p.m. on the first and third Thursdays at the Joliet Public Library. The group’s members come from all over the southern suburbs. Some have self-published or have been traditionally published. Others are still
exploring their writing options and interests. Regardless of the authors’ places in the writing world, WriteOn welcomes everyone looking to write, read, and grow. About the Timbers of Shorewood The Timbers of Shorewood Senior Living is a rental retirement community that provides independent and assisted living apartments and a full schedule of activities and services. Residents whose needs may change are able to stay in the same place and receive appropriate and compassionate care. Furnished apartments are also available for short-term stays. For more information about the Timbers, call 815-609-0669 or visit https://www.timbersofshorewood. com.
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Timbers of Shorewood resident Dorthy Brumbaugh talks to Author Holly Coop during the WriteOn Joliet visit at the Timbers of Shorewood during an event called “Meet the Authors” Thursday, November 9, 2023 Shorewood IL.
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