Last January, there were 13 individuals who took advantage of the program. The program proved to be a favorite with senior citizens who wanted to walk at their own pace and on their own schedule without inclement weather. And as a bonus, taking a walk in the hallways could sometimes afford a grandparent a chance to see their grandchild during the school day and receive an extra hug. School secretary Shelly Welch said the program is again underway for this year, with a number of participants taking advantage of the walk. The district invites the public to utilize the free walk program and is hoping for more participants.
Volunteers also play an important role at the school.
I teacher Marge Stangeland works with volunteers who come to the school and read with students. She also has volunteers who help teach classes. Stangeland will prepare the lesson plans for her math enrichment classes and the volunteer will come to the classroom and teach the students. Volunteers help the students prepare for testing. Those volunteers also include retired teachers who help by reading with students.