CHENEY – In a heartwarming display of community service, Cheney High School students from the Key Club and Honor Society recently came together for their eighth annual "rake away" event.
This initiative, which takes place once a year in the first week of November, involves students raking leaves for residents in their neighborhood.
The positive impact of their actions on the community is evident from the words of a 78-year-old resident who shared her experience of witnessing the event.
"I've never seen so many happy, helpful teenagers in my entire life," she said. "Their bags were gigantic. I mean, it's just such a joy. Such a joy to see happy, energetic students doing something I can't do."
Her words reflect the enthusiasm and vigor with which these young students approached their community service project. She applauded their willingness to help left a lasting impression on her and the neighborhood.
"Wow, something I will never forget," she said. "They were happy, enthusiastic about what they were doing. It just kind of blew me away. I got out of my car and picked up some leaves to help them. It was just a joy to be with them. They were busy, they did my yard, then my neighbors' yard."
The students not only raked leaves but also won hearts with their dedication and spirit.
Their actions created a sense of togetherness in the community, where young and old came together to share in the joy of helping one another.
Their commitment to community service goes beyond raking leaves.
Kristen Delaney, the Cheney High School Key Club Director, highlighted the various community service projects the students are involved in.
"Our sole purpose is community service," Delaney said. "We do a lot of projects throughout the year. This year we are branching out to local businesses and collecting food at the school. We'll be donating all the food to the Cheney Food Bank."
Kristen Delaney emphasized that community service not only enriches the students as individuals but also enhances their academic profile.
"It helps them as human beings. Academically it helps them get scholarships," Delaney said. "It helps them as a person to give back to their community and to be a more well-rounded individual."
Clare is an Eastern Washington University graduate and a reporter at Free Press Publishing.
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