The CJUSD Stuff the Bus program brought in more than 2,000 pounds of food, hundreds of toys and dozens of jackets for the district’s neediest families.
The annual effort is coordinated by the CJUSD Transportation and Student Services departments. During the month of December, a decorated holiday bus traveled throughout the district collecting donations from schools and administrative sites. Staff will distribute items to families throughout the district in the next few days – just in time for the holidays.
"Our goal is to make sure that all of our students will enjoy the holidays," stated Director of Transportation Erick Richardson. “We collected approximately 2,000 lbs of non-perishable items along with toys and jackets for our students. Thank you to all of our volunteers and our Transportation Elves for once again making it happen."
“It is such a heartwarming experience to see our students, families and staff come together and collect items to help their peers and neighbors who may have a need this holiday season,” added Karla Viramontes, Student Services Supervisor and District Homeless/Foster Liaison. “It just brings our communities that much closer, thinking of a child who will walk away with a toy, or keep warm during the cold months, and if needed take non-perishable food items home to assist a parent to provide a meal to their family. This event is only possible with the participation of our students, parents, and staff and their generous donations and willingness to help others.”