PTO plans food drive

 The Wahkiakum PTO is organizing a food drive to benefit GAP (Giving Action Plan Program) for the week of March 11-15. This will be a class competition to see which class can bring in the most food listed below.

 There will be a winning class from each elementary and middle school that will get an ice cream party sponsored by the PTO.

 There will also be a drop box outside the office for community members who wish to donate food to GAP.

 Below is a list of items that work well for GAP when preparing food bags for kids.

 Flip-top cans of chili or ravioli; easy to prepare macaroni & cheese; tuna; vegetarian refried beans; small plastic jars of peanut butter; shelf-stable milk or soy milk, or 100% fruit juices; 4 oz. snack size applesauce, peaches, pears, or fruit cocktail; natural fruit snacks; canned stews, chicken noodle soup, vegetable soup, or cup of noodles; canned green beans, corn, or carrots; individual servings of instant oatmeal or whole grain cereal; instant rice meals; cheese crackers; energy bars or multigrain bars.

 There is a true hunger need in our community. When kids have been fed, they are better behaved for the teachers and academically they do better in school. Thank you for supporting our kids. They are the future of our community.

Jessica Vik

Wahkiakum PTO