I’m a preschool teacher, writer and mama to two. I’m running 13.1 miles to raise money for my first kiddo’s beloved former preschool, One World Project (OWP). OWP is full of heart-centered teachers and staff and is galvanized by a mission to foster bilingualism, social emotional development and greater equity through play and inquiry. It is a truly special and singular place.
I want to support OWP right now for many reasons.
First, the OWP team has been working tirelessly in extremely trying times to continue their vital work while keeping children, families and teachers safe. Navigating the pandemic so conscientiously is an admirable, and yet costly, endeavor and they need financial support right now more than ever.
Second, OWP has been putting a lot of effort and time into ensuring that children of all socio-economic backgrounds can attend. As an early childhood educator who cares deeply about advancing equity, I am grateful for the school’s commitment to broadening its reach. All children deserve access to the early childhood experiences that help them discover and love who they are.
If you’re able to give, please give what you can. It will ensure One World Project can continue to offer children joyful learning experiences; pay its teachers generous wages; and empower students of every background for a long time to come.
On Saturday, March 21 we’ll be running or walking the Brooklyn Spring 5K, 10K a wonderful event that will allow all our team to pick the race that is best for them.
Friday, April 24 is La Vuelta. We’ll gather at One World Project and the kids (and some grownups) will run, walk or scoot along Vanderbilt, down East 4th, along Greenwood Avenue, and up East 3rd. After the loop, we’ll gather on the patio for a party with upcycled medals for all participants. In Spanish, la vuelta means loop, like the one we’ll do around the block. Vuelta also means return. If your children have grown and you are no longer part of our preschool or after school program please consider La Vuelta an invitation to return to OWP for a visit. We would love to see you!
On Sunday, April 26 we will join half marathoners for NYC Runs, an epic running journey. The route starts in North Brooklyn and winds around the waterfront taking you under the historic Williamsburg, Manhattan, and Brooklyn Bridges. From there, the route heads up the grand concourses of Fulton Street & Flatbush Avenue before passing through Grand Army Plaza and into historic brownstone Brooklyn. We will turn into Prospect Park at mile 10 to complete our 13.2 miles.
With love and care we have built a nurturing school and community center committed to learning. We want to sustain what makes One World Project so special and grow our scholarship fund and support our Universal PreK program so that OWP is accessible to more families. Together we are working to raise $50,000.
We truly appreciate anything you are able to give.
