November 18, 2010

From the West Bucktown Neighborhood Association Newsletter:

“At the Cortland Preschool Fundraiser, guests were treated to a rare behind-the-scenes look at what goes into building an environmentally-conscious preschool. From the architectural drawings that graced the walls, to the countertop and flooring samples, to the masking tape that outlined the future location of tiny tot-sized toilets, the evening was a study in all things eco-friendly. Preschool director Amy Ewaldt worked the room, fielding questions and topping off wine glasses, while a magician amazed guests with slight-of-hand card tricks, old school style! With construction expected to get underway this winter, the Cortland Preschool is shaping up to be a wonderful addition to West Bucktown in 2011. And if the fundraiser’s turnout is any indication, the school will receive a warm welcome from parents, neighbors, and donors alike.”

Before Cortland Preschool opened, we reached out to fundraise. Fundraising is a great way to tell others who you are, what you believe in, and how you hope to find connections. This article in the local West Bucktown Neighhorhood Association (WBNA) Newsletter really helped to put us onto the local radar, and in turn, spurred me to volunteer for the WBNA Environmental Committee for almost a decade! A quality care program will seek to become part of the fabric of the neighborhood, surrounding community, and ultimantely, the world. Don’t believe me? Dear friend, keep on reading! Thank you for following our journey, and for believing in the Cortland Approach with me.