SDR Staff Rings to a Charitable Victory!

 Pelican School staff challenged all district staff to help support the Salvation Army’s bell ringing efforts.  Each school, as well as administration, was asked to ring a minimum of 10 hours starting November 22 and ending December 24.   SDR’s grand total of hours donated was 56.  Pelican School Staff embraced this challenge and dedicated 18 hours to win the bell.  The hope is to start a tradition and see the bell travel to each school in the upcoming years.  The staff gladly shared their thoughts on the event.

Renee Miszewski and Kathy Kellen:  “We would love to do it again, it was an awesome experience.  We had people stopping and talking with us as we chose our own take on the actual ring of the bell.  We kept the tempo up for the entire two hours.  Lots of fun.”

Kim Koth:  “I very much enjoyed bell ringing.  It was my first time ringing the bell and I did it with a fun group of ladies. It was awesome!  We sang songs and helped spread some holiday cheer while doing something worthwhile for the community.  I would definitely do it again. “        

Tony Klein:  The experience was very positive as was the generosity of the Rhinelander community; Pelican school families passed and were quick to donate to a worthy cause!”

Kevin Mahoney:  “It always gives me a feeling of pride and accomplishment when giving back to others in our community.  I would be glad to ring the bell next year for the Salvation Army.”

Rachel Palmer:  I really enjoyed the time spent with my colleagues.  It was cold, but we had fun working together for a good cause!  I would definitely do it again next year.