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Writing letters to...

...our troops.

         Men and women are serving our country, protecting our freedoms and the freedoms of others all over the world.  A tough time to be away from home for most, hand written cards of gratitude are appreciated and cherished by their recipients. 
         Your letters will cheer a current servicemen/woman, or possibly a veteran in recovery. 
         The letters don't need an envelope, address, or even a stamp!  Just encourage thoughtful and generous thanks from your students, put them in a manila envelope, and send them to the address to the right.
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Mail To:
America's Adopt a Soldier®
P.O. Box 1049
Springfield, VA 22151
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...kids in the hospital.

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If you have ever been in the hospital, you know it is usually uncomfortable, boring, and often, a little scary.  Kids love getting mail, and sending well wishes, coloring pages, word searches, and your favorite quotes of encouragement will definitely brighten their days! 

This website offers awesome suggestions for those students who don't know exactly what to write- http://www.cardsforhospitalizedkids.com/make-general-cards.html

Please mail your cards here- in one big envelope is great :). They will be sent all over the country to Children's hospitals and Ronald McDonald houses.

Cards for Hospitalized Kids
7290 W. Devon Ave.
Chicago, IL 60631

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...people in a retirement home.

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Maps of Homes
Within about two blocks of our school there are 6 different retirement homes!  Get permission slips for a walking field trip to deliver cards to those people living so near to us that may be alone this holiday season.

Remember, cards should not directly relate to a particular holiday, but can include quotes of encouragement, gratitude, questions, and basic information from the students.  Hand drawn pictures are also very much enjoyed, and a 'From Mt. Baker Middle School' is a fantastic way to sign off over personal names.

Creating paper chain decorations is also a fun contribution to a retirement or nursing home.

Here are the addresses of those homes nearest our school if mailing is preferred:

Mountain Glen Retirement Community
1810 E Division St
(360) 424-7900

Alpine Ridge Retirement Apartments
401 N 17th St
(360) 424-9622

Logan Creek Retirement Genter
2311 E. Division St
(360) 428-0222

The Bridge at Mount Vernon
301 S Laventure Rd
(360) 416-0400

Mira Vista Care Center
300 S 18th St
(360) 424-1320

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