The Rotary Club of Sun Lakes is privileged to assist Casa Blanca Community School, located within the Arizona Gila River Indian Community. The club has demonstrated ongoing support through a variety of initiatives aimed at enhancing educational experience for students, teachers, and parents.
Educational and Facility Contributions
Several meaningful contributions have been made to the school:
- Providing dictionaries for all 3rd grade students
- Providing a mentoring program A World in Motion (AWIM) to encourage math and science
- Donating over 70 library books to the school library
- Top picture left to right: Ed Anderson, Debbie Bailey, Principal Kim Franklin, Elaine Ralls, Gary Whiting
- Supplying two outdoor picnic tables complete with umbrellas for use by students, teachers, and parents
- Bottom picture left to right: Principal Kim Franklin, Gary Whiting, Andrew McBride
Financial Support
The Sun Lakes Rotary Foundation 2000 presented Principal Kim Franklin with a check for $1,359, specifically designated for the purchase of library books.
Andrew McBride, Director of Engineering at the Gila River Indian Community Utility Authority, contributed a $500 check to be used for acquiring a picnic table and umbrella. In addition, the Sun Lakes Rotary Foundation 2000 provided another check for $500 to support a second table and umbrella. Both donations will be matched by Rotary Club of Sun Lakes funds for the purchase of these two tables with umbrellas.
Impact on the School Community
Principal Kim Franklin expressed enthusiasm for the positive changes these contributions will bring. She is particularly excited that students will now have the opportunity to enjoy reading new books outdoors at the new picnic tables, especially on beautiful fall days.
