The JCMS Student Council is requesting that our school participate in Operation Christmas Child. Operation Christmas Child allows children from all over the world who would not normally receive a gift during Christmas to receive a small one. These children are given shoe boxes filled with goodies.

The members of the Student Council are asking each student to bring a small item  (suggestions listed below) for a 10-14 year old boy or girl, along with .50 for the cost of shipping. All items and money are due by October 31st.

Gift Suggestions:

Toys:

small cars, balls, dolls, stuffed animals, kazoos, harmonicas, yo-yos, jump ropes, small etch-a-sketch, toys that light up or make noises (with extra batteries), slinky. etc.

School Supplies:

pens, pencils and sharpener, crayons or markers, stamp and ink pads sets, writing pads or paper, solar calculators, coloring books and picture books, etc.

Hygiene Items:

toothbrush, toothpaste, mild bar soap (in a plastic bag) comb, brush, washcloth, etc.

Other Items:

Hard Candy and lollipops, (please double bag all candy), mints, gum, T-shirts, socks, ball caps; sunglasses, hair clips, toy jewelry, watches, flashlights with extra batteries.

PLEASE DO NOT INCLUDE:

used or damaged items; war related items such as toy guns, knifes, or military figures; chocolate or food, out-of-date candy; liquids; medications or vitamins, breakable items such as snow globes or glass containers; or aerosol cans.

Students are bringing assorted items also by homeroom. Each class is given an item to bring if possible.

Mrs. Quave - Flashlight and batteries

Mrs. Keys - Pencils and markers

Mrs. Blevins - Coloring Books and Crayons

Mrs. Taylor - Brush/Comb/Hair Accesories

Mr. Crews - Stuffed Animals

Mrs. Mckinney and Ms. Trivett - Small Toys

Mrs. Harmon - Candy and Gum

Mrs. Cooke - Ivory Soap and Deoderant

Mrs. Brand - Stickers

Mrs. Osborne - Notepads

Mrs Davis - Notepads and pencils

Dr. Garrett - T-Shirts and socks

If Parents have any questions, Please contact the J.C.M.S. office at

423-727-2600

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