Earlier this week, Toccoa Elementary students came together to support a commendable cause, raising an impressive $1,000 for the Stephens County Humane Society through their “Pennies for Pets” campaign.
The initiative was led by the school’s Student Lighthouse Team, who initially set a school-wide goal of raising $300. Several classes went above and beyond in their efforts, including Rebecca King’s third grade homeroom, which set its own goal of raising $100. Through individual student pledges and determination, the class surpassed their goal and collected a total of $134.32.
Lacey Curry’s fourth grade homeroom also contributed significantly, raising $100.66—the second-highest total among participating classes.
Joanna Herring of Wright Credit Union volunteered her time to help count the thousands of coins collected during the campaign to ensure every penny was accounted for.
Following their efforts, students were rewarded to a visit from police dog Champ, courtesy of the Stephens County Sheriff’s Office.
School officials say Lighthouse Team sponsors Claudia Markham and Emily Sprowls expressed their gratitude to the students, families and community partners who helped make the campaign a success.
