I have decided to train for the Brooklyn Half Marathon to help raise money for pandemic-related costs for Itzy’s wonderful preschool, One World Project! I am turning 45 this March, and a half-marathon also seemed like a good goal to motivate me to get in shape! (I’m not a runner, so we’ll see how it goes!)
Itzy started attending One World Project pre-pandemic for Spanish story time when she was 18 months old, continued on to the 2’s program last year and the 3’s program this year. She will attend Pre-K at One World next year! Itzy is thriving at this Spanish-language school where they do an outstanding job of building community and fostering children’s curiosity, creativity and kindness.
The pandemic has been particularly challenging for schools, and OWP is no exception. With remarkable speed, the administration made hard decisions and invested financially in order to keep children safe and to be able to keep classes open. They have done everything in their power to make health a priority without compromising the wonderful education experience they provide. They redesigned exterior spaces as classrooms, installed air filters and extra sinks and hired additional teachers to avoid cross-sharing between classes.
All of these changes cost a lot of money, which is why I am asking you to please help our OWP Half Marathon team raise $50,000. Every little bit helps and it will go a long way in keeping our children safe while staying connected to community and excited about learning!
With appreciation,
Mara
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.
