Tuesday, October 11, 2011

Kegs 4 Kids is a Succe$$ - A Beertasting & a Science Lab too!

After many months of parental and business community effort - Friends of Peirce produced a successful 2nd annual Kegs for Kids Fall Fundraiser.  

Saturday October 8th was a night to celebrate as parents, neighbors, community members, elected representative & local businesses came out in support of Peirce School.  

As part of a wonderful evening filled with beer tastings, silent auctions & never-ending food, we were all treated to a wonderful education-focused, student supportive announcement by Senator Heather Steans (IL St. Sen.), Rep. Kelly Cassidy (IL St. Rep.) & Ald. Harry Osterman.  They announced that Peirce is to be the recipient of a Capital Grant to build out Peirce's science lab.  

Expecting to cost around $75,000, our new Science Lab will be located in the new wing on the 3rd floor.  As part of the original building plans, this room was intended to become a fully appointed science lab but was never completed.  Ms. Mendez, since becoming principal, has made this "wishlist" item come true.  Congratulations Peirce & Ms. Mendez!   Look for future updates on our new Science Lab.

Also, Mr. Wanberg's blog has an entry & wonderful pics about the event.


Friends of Peirce (FOP) has posted pictures of the event here.


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