Wednesday, October 29, 2014

A Sweet Tradition

There's a tradition at Brookstone that happens once a month, on Friday after the CHAMPS ceremony at chapel. It's a tradition the kids love, and it involves ice cream!


To back up a bit, CHAMPS is an award ceremony that recognizes students in each grade who have excelled academically, socially and have displayed excellent Christ-centered character traits for the month.


Following the ceremony, ice cream awaits for the CHAMPS recipients.

The ice cream treats are lovingly donated, prepared and served by our dear volunteer, Bob Lee, who has made this his special gift to students for the past two years.


Mr. Lee often has the help of his daughter and granddaughters (who are in high school and college), and who also enjoy coming to see the smiles on the kids' faces.


Nancy Turbeville, our Volunteer Coordinator said, "Bob has chosen to bless Brookstone in so many ways in his retirement, and we are especially thankful for his willingness each month to not only purchase the ice cream and toppings for more than 60 students, but to cheerfully serve them. His joy is evident in his smile, and his extended family has joined in this effort to make this special celebration happen each month."

All of us at Brookstone appreciate the people who share their time to make life a bit sweeter for our students. Thank you, Mr. Lee!