the differences we make

I am true believer of the idea that an individual is capable of creating positive change. That change can be in one's self, a community or the world. The point is that we can do what we put our minds to.
The class had the pleasure of attending an informative slide-show led by Mrs. Debakker on Thursday where she introduced several classes to the Pennies for Peace Project. The project is amazing and has helped to establish over 50 schools in the countries of Pakistan and Afghanistan. The schools are especially important to young women in these countries in that they are asked to attend schools where they had been previously prohibited to attend. Only young men were permitted to attend schools in these countries up until just a few years ago. The man behind the project, Greg Mortenson, has written a book recounting his work entitled THREE CUPS OF TEA. I will be reading excerpts from this book over the next few weeks in class.
The class has asked to participate in Mrs. Debakker's endeavor of raising funds to help aide this project. Through December 1st of this year, we will be collecting loose change for the Pennies for Peace project.
I know that as families we are nickeled and dimed during the course of school year to raise funds for our school and community. However, I feel, as many of you do as well, that our efforts can be directed beyond our immediate community. If you'd be interested in learning more about the project, I would encourage you to visit www.penniesforpeace.org.

Thanks for your time, Mr. B