Hope Valley Community Comes Through With Winter Gear

Among the concerns Hope Valley Elementary School families have about the new family responsibility or "no-bus" zones that go into effect next week: making sure students who must now walk to school have appropriate winter clothes to wear.

The HVE PTA held a drive, calling on the community to contribute clothes for students in need.

"Our school community is facing significant challenges with the rollout of the no-bus zones," the PTA leadership wrote in an email to members on Thursday. "But this week our community rose to the occasion, gathering winter hats, coats, gloves, and rain ponchos on very short notice."

The PTA expressed thanks to all who contributed, particularly Epworth United Methodist Church and residents of Lassiter Street. PTA President Jocelyn Dawson indicated that, for now, the school has enough winter gear and doesn't need further clothing donations.

"We are working to help our families address new challenges, which include pedestrian safety and childcare needs," the PTA stated. "We will continue to keep our community informed about ways to help."

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