Meridian Education Association

Dessert Feeding Frenzy!

Posted on 12. Feb, 2010 by tricia.waltner in News

MEA members attending the monthly B Team meeting on Monday, February 8^th were pleasantly surprised to find over 100 tantalizing desserts awaiting them. But they soon found that satisfying their sweet tooth would come with a price.

Luke Franklin, MEA’s Representative on the IEA’s Government Relations and Political Action Committee informed, inspired and challenged the crowd to become active participants in the political process – starting with becoming GR-PACE contributors.

“I was amazed by how much money we were able to raise in such a short period of time.  Our fundraising success speaks to the importance of being involved in the political process.  PACE is the easiest and possibly one of the most effective ways to ensure that pro-public education candidates succeed in their elections.  I hope more members will be inspired to join in our efforts!” Laura Walter, Second Grade Teacher, Chaparral

“The dessert feeding frenzy was fun and motivating, but more importantly, the money raised will help us all by being able to back a candidate that is a friend of education.” Becky Turner, Extended Resource Teacher, Meridian High School.

In the end, almost every meeting participant walked away from the meeting with an appreciation for what their GR-Pace contributions can accomplish as well as a cake or some cookies or cupcakes.

“Ummmm, yummy lemon bars?  It was a great activity for a great cause and motivated  people to give-if only a little.  It seemed like every little dollar mattered.” Amber Armstrong, Christine Donnell School of the Arts.

Click here to see photos of the Dessert Feeding Frenzy!