A LOVE LETTER

BY KERI-LYNN MCBRIDE

My heart is bursting with gratitude as I write this letter to all the amazing members of Quota International of Santa Fe and the Santa Fe Civitans.

Earlier this year, when I received letters sharing the news that both of your clubs decided it was the right and perfect time to dissolve due to new priorities and “nexts” for your members, I have to say that I teared up. While there’s a bit of sadness, I am also very happy for you all and am cheering you on.

Both civic organizations have been the most amazing supporters and partners for decades. Without a doubt, our students and school have benefited greatly from your passion and commitment.

Quota International of Santa Fe’s support has ranged from contributing funds in the 1950’s to help purchase a bus to transport students home, to providing cameras to students going to NASA space camp, to hosting the annual Saint Patrick’s dinner, to raising scholarship funds for NMSD graduates attending college.

Santa Fe Civitan’s support has ranged from providing funding for materials and books for babies, to annually delivering holiday stockings filled with goodies for our youngest students, to hosting an Outstanding Student Banquet every May to celebrate 8th graders from NMSD and the public schools.

Know that you have made a profound difference in our students’ lives and your support and love will have a lasting imprint on us all. On behalf of the entire NMSD family, I extend our appreciation and best wishes for grand new adventures!

first bus, purchased

Love, Keri-Lynn & the NMSD Community