Red Lake Rosie's Rescue was the sole recipient of the candy-gram fundraiser and the "Pennies for Pets" drive again this year as their favorite charity. 
We are so proud of the entire student body for their generosity and faithfulness to the animals of Red Lake.
On February 21st, Karen and Kevin and animal ambassadors including: Riley, the dog; Andy & Arnie the two little puppies; and Midnight, the cat, made presentations to 10 groups of students with an average of 20 students per group. Michele Stapleton, a teacher and fellow rescuer coordinates the events.
Discussions were held on Red Lake Rosie's Programs as well as talking about the 6 building blocks for a healthy pet. We found that almost 100% of the students had a dog, and about 30% of students had a cat in their family. 
We had the students discuss our responsibility to provide food, water, shelter, safety, vet care, and, last but not least, love to their cats and dogs.
We also acknowledged all the great dogs and cats of Red Lake as well as those in service to humans like Ahnung, Ginger, and the original Rosie. 
Stories were told about Pearl, Misty, Leroy, and many others and the kids all listened eagerly to each one.
The students were able to handle the animals and ask questions, and make comments about their companion animals. 
All students were very receptive to the message and were told that they may need to step up and take over the animal rescue, and what each one could do to improve the life of our companion animals at Red Lake and everywhere.
It was a very wonderful day. Thank you Michelle and everyone at RLES.Karen
3 comments:
Michelle gets her animal love from her mom who always has been invoved with the humane society.Love the Red Lake Elementary School for its all it has done to help God's littlest
animals.
Congratulations on this very successful presentation!
You did a great job, Karen! The building blocks are an especially good idea! ^_^
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