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At Earhart, we are incredibly fortunate to have the support of so many wonderful community partners. One of those partners is the United Way, an organization that is always looking for ways to support our students, staff, and families.

Recently, Earhart staff had the opportunity to return the kindness by volunteering at the United Way. This small act of service was our way of expressing our gratitude to an organization that gives so much to our school and our community.

The opportunity was especially meaningful because of Cannon Ball, an Earhart parent and dedicated United Way employee. Cannon continually advocates for our building, helping connect Earhart with resources and opportunities that make a positive impact on our students and staff. His commitment to our school inspired us to spend some time giving back to the incredible United Way team.

While our volunteer efforts may have been a small gesture, they came from a place of sincere appreciation. It was a privilege to support the United Way family and recognize the countless ways they invest in schools like Earhart every day.

We are grateful for Cannon, the United Way, and the strong partnerships that help make Earhart such a special place. Together, we are reminded that when a community supports one another, everyone benefits.A group of six individuals, wearing matching blue t-shirts, pose together on striped chairs in front of a green artificial wall, smiling and looking friendly.Four women in matching blue t-shirts sit in front of a green foliage wall, smiling together in a cozy setting.A group of six individuals wearing blue t-shirts stand in front of a United Way of the Plains truck, smiling.Three women wearing blue shirts stand together, smiling, in a warehouse setting with shelves, boxes, and equipment visible in the background.Eight people are posing and smiling inside a warehouse with shelves and boxes in the background. Most are wearing blue shirts with school or team logos.Four women smiling in a warehouse, standing in front of a red "United Way" banner and organized shelves of cardboard boxes.