Posted on December 08, 2024,
Good Works Weekly
Sixty-six Bright Start families attended the 15th annual Christmas party last Thursday, December 5, at Central Baptist Church in Sioux Falls. Along with getting photos taken with Santa, Bright Start clients enjoyed a Christmas feast from Tony’s catering. Families with children could do a foot painting craft and expecting parents could make ornaments for their new babies. For some kiddos, the sugar cookies were the highlight of the evening.
“I think Liam’s favorite part of tonight is getting to eat the star cookies. He’s obsessed with stars and moons at the moment,” laughed Rainy Decker. Rainy enrolled in Bright Start shortly after she found out she was pregnant with her now two-year-old son, Liam. This is their third and final Bright Start Christmas party since Liam will be graduating from the Bright Start program soon. Read More
The holly-jolly spirit is alive on all CHS campuses! Last week the SFCH kiddos kicked off our Christmas season with a beautiful and festive concert. They dressed in special holiday outfits, and performed a few Christmas carols, including Santa Claus is Coming to Town, Frosty the Snowman and Rudolph, the Red Nosed Reindeer.
“My favorite part is the last three songs of the program–when everyone stands up and we all sing together. I love seeing all of the kids come together and sing those familiar songs.”
Kiah Gail is the Music Therapist at Loving School and has been practicing Christmas songs with the kiddos for the last four weeks. Read More
If you missed last week’s activities, no worries because the holiday fun is just beginning! This Tuesday, December 10, volunteers will be helping kiddos make gingerbread houses at the Rockerville campus. And just like Georgetown, volunteers will be helping kids shop and wrap gifts for their loved ones at the Christmas Giving Store.
Applications are now open for the 2024 Employee of the Year and Rising Star awards! Nominations need to be completed by December 17. Check out our Q&A for more information.
Join us this Wednesday, December 11, to honor and celebrate Sue Andrews’ impressive career! We will be gathering in the board room of the new Rapid City campus from 4-7 p.m. MT. Read more
The Outpatient Clinic team put together a CHS float for the Rapid City Festival of Lights Parade on Saturday, November 30! The team planned and built the float using the theme of Hope. Click here to see photos!
We received multiple questions after the All Hands Meeting. We thank you for your questions and patience as we work on getting you answers. This week’s question is regarding the employee engagement surveys. Click here for the question and answer
Don’t forget to vote for our CHS tree at the Box’s Parade of Trees in Box Elder. The business or organization with the most votes will win $1,000 to donate to a non-profit of their choice. Click here to vote for your favorite tree! Voting is open now until December 26. See photos of our decorating team here.