Led by Louisa Swank, the Benjamin School Buccaneers Chapter of STUDENTS Speak Up for Kids brought beloved books If You Give a Mouse a Cookie and Fancy Nancy to life at Storybook Village, where nine student volunteers engaged over 200 children through themed crafts, costumes, and story-centered activities that sparked imagination, joy, and meaningful connections with reading.

Shoutout to Louisa Swank, Ava, Gianna, and the Benjamin School Buccaneers Chapter of STUDENTS Speak Up for Kids for spreading holiday joy by creating 40 personalized stockings filled with festive treats, homemade ornaments, and thoughtful surprises for children in need!

Buccaneer Chapter of STUDENTS Speak Up for Kids inspired 500 students and staff in a powerful Child Abuse Prevention Month campaign. These student from The Benjamin School, through meaningful visuals like a pinwheel garden and impactful presentations, raised awareness, fostered community support, and reminded everyone of their role in protecting children. Together, they’re creating a safer future and standing strong against child abuse.

Louisa Swank, Ava Crawford, and Gianna Demerski from The Benjamin School Buccaneers Chapter of Students Speak Up for Kids reached 650 students and staff with a presentation on breaking the cycle of child abuse, abandonment, and neglect. They also decorated the courtyard with a pinwheel garden, distributed blue ribbons, and encouraged students to wear blue in support of child abuse prevention.

Benjamin School STUDENTS hosted a Dr. Seuss-themed table at Storybook Village, complete with coloring pages and treats, creating a fun, memorable experience for foster kids.

The Benjamin School Buccaneers Chapter of STUDENTS Speak Up for Kids created 50 Valentine’s Day goodie bags for foster children, with students dedicating part of their school day to spreading love and joy.