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Spreading Holiday Spirit

In early December, several members of the Bridgton Academy Class of 2023 took a break from their studies, athletics, and other commitments to get out in the community and make a difference.

Over the course of two days, approximately 40 Wolverines (and a few faculty members) gave of their time at the Harrison Food Bank, which is located just a few miles from campus.

The food bank serves those in need from across the Lake Region and western Maine by helping them to stock their pantries and refrigerators with healthy, nutritious foods at no charge. Bridgton students joined an enthusiastic group of volunteers, helping to prepare items for distribution by organizing the staging area, making room for deliveries from partner organizations, as well as participating in distribution efforts.

School Nurse and Student Life Director, Kate Tucker, was thrilled with the outcome.

“The students who volunteered at the Harrison Food Bank — over 40 of them! — were compassionate, concerned, and kind to those they were serving, as well as the many long-term volunteers who they helped,” Tucker said. “The average age of volunteers at the pantry is 68; adding in the support of so many strong, young people was exceedingly helpful. The regular volunteers were so appreciative — what a beautiful gift to give the community right before the holiday season. Thanks to all the students for reminding all of us of the true meaning of this season!”