Students get a Christmas surprise

The Houston County

Crossroads Center hosted a “Holiday Giveaway of Books” at Pearl Stephens

Elementary School on Dec. 14.

Crossroads students and

staff delivered 200 sets of books to 200 Pearl Stephens Elementary fourth and

fifth grade students as Christmas gifts.

The event is the brainchild of Crossroads Media Specialist Michael Lashley, who

worked closely with Social Worker Jennifer Walker to make the vision a reality.

“I wanted our students to learn to give back to the community and at the same

time, help address illiteracy, which is one of the biggest obstacles facing our

community,” commented Lashley. “This project allowed our alternative school

students to work toward something for someone else. Our principal, Dr. Ronnie

Walker, wholeheartedly supported this effort. Our students and staff reached

deep into their pockets, and with the help of our fabulous administrators and

social worker, our Crossroads Cougars will experience the joy of giving to the

younger children. It is my hope that this simple but memorable act will lead

others to continue to support their community.”

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