CHENEY – In a spirited virtual meeting held on November 27, the Committee for the Support of Good Schools, spearheaded by dedicated members, laid out an ambitious plan to propel their mission forward.
“We’ve fundraised $10,000 dollars but we’ve already spent $9,000” revealed Zachary Zorrozua, highlighting the committee budget.
Gene Sementi, superintendent of West Valley Public Schools, injected optimism into the conversation,“We have a check from Rite Aid that’s worth $3,000 dollars.” Discussions veered towards outreach strategies, contemplating the effectiveness of phone calls and the potential impact of writing letters to the editor.
A strategic approach emerged as Gene Sementi advised participants to encourage contributors to submit their letters online, with a specified date for publication in mind.
Zorrozua highlighted the importance of testimonials in shaping the narrative and expressed optimism about the potential impact of door signs in the community. “It’s more effective having a dialogue with people, educating them,” he noted.
The focus shifted to community events, with winter festivals, breakfast with Santa, and the upcoming Holiday Hoopla taking center stage. The committee recognized the Cheney Craft Fair as a prime opportunity, aiming to secure a spot for maximum visibility. “In my mind if we can secure a spot, the biggest bang for our buck will be the Cheney Craft Fair,” noted Zorrozua.
Encouraging active community engagement, Zorrozua proposed leveraging Facebook to organize attendance and bridge communication gaps. However, caution was advised by Sementi regarding the distribution of materials in schools, emphasizing the need to avoid potential conflicts. “You’re not there at that craft fair because you want them to vote no,” Sementi stressed.
As the holiday season unfolded, the discussion expanded to social media outreach, with a suggestion to create a dedicated committee website. Zorrozua envisioned linking it to his Facebook page for seamless navigation, fostering a connection with the school district’s website. “Maybe we should create our own website,” he suggested.
As the community anticipates positive change, the Committee for the Support of Good Schools is determined to make an indelible mark on Cheney’s educational landscape.
Clare is an Eastern Washington University graduate and a reporter at Free Press Publishing.
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