Each year William Byrd celebrates the holidays with our friends and neighbors in many ways. This year was no different because so many supported our families in making this season one to remember.

 For Thanksgiving we received truck loads of food from our friends at Collegiate School, NewMarket and our many faith based partners.

 During December, Early Childhood Education met with Santa not once but twice through the generosity of the Insurance Women of Richmond and The Kiwanis Club of Richmond.

 Our AfterSchool Program heard the reindeer hoofs when The Richmond Jaycees sponsored their holiday festivities. They continued the celebration as WBCH programs were opened during winter break. Our AfterSchool kids spent time with new friends from Congregation Or Ami, Dr. Chris Cleveland exhibited science experiments in our Library.

WBCH received so much support from our friends and neighbors; we appreciate each thoughtful gift in making the holidays happier for so many families seeking comfort.

In January, William Byrd broke ground on a new playground for our Early Childhood Education program with the generous support of the Rotary Club of Richmond. In addition to their grant of $25,500 for construction costs, the Rotary will be helping us build a safe and educational play area as our own personal labor force. We will have more updates to come as we move forward in this exciting project!