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CIRCLE OF GRANDPARENTS A CHARACTER EDUCATION PROGRAM OF THE WORTHINGTON SCHOOLS AND THE PARTNERS FOR COMMUNITY AND CHARACTER
"I have a vision of grandparent-aged adults holding hands, circling our community, protecting our children and guiding them to good character - like a circle of grandparents." - Steve Rowe, circa 1999
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THE TOP TEN REASONS TO JOIN THE CIRCLE OF GRANDPARENTS! 10. You will be adopted by a class of Worthington elementary school children - or you adopt them, we haven't figured out who adopts whom yet, but we guarantee you will love your new "grandchildren"!
9. It's Free! We are funded by the Partners for Community and Character, plus you will receive a free subscription to "Around the Circle" our monthly newsletter!
8. The Coordinator of our group thinks we're the Cat's Pajamas!
7. It will keep your brain from getting lazy! Your "grandchildren" will keep you on your toes as you and the children discuss the quality trait of the month!
6. Free Snacks and Coffee at our Monthly Meetings!
5. You'll have more Grandchildren than any of your friends! (And you don't have to be a "real" grandparent to be a "Grandparent" volunteer!)
4. Orientation Rocks! You will receive wonderful materials to help prepare for your monthly visit to your class, as an added bonus, you will get to meet our wonderfully amazing Coordinator Debra!
3. Finally, you have an audience for all your fantastic stories of the good ole days which you can use to help teach kids character!
2. It's FUN! Plus, we have two socials a year (a potluck and a banquet) where you can get all gussied up and enjoy friends, food, and fun!
And the Number 1 reason to Join the Circle of Grandparents...As the saying goes, "A picture is worth a thousand words" (Just ask "Pappy", also known as Bill Crowley)
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