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Students at Chesterbrook Academy® Preschool in Lakewood Donate 260 Pounds of Food to Grafton Food Pantry

The school hosted its annual "Share the Love" food drive to benefit the organization

Students at Chesterbrook Academy preschool in Lakewood celebrated the conclusion of their “Share the Love” food drive by delivering 260 pounds of nonperishable food items, gift cards, paper goods and personal grooming items to Grafton Food Pantry in Huntley. Students received a tour of the facility, where they guessed the weight of their donations and learned how their contributions will help those in need.

Grafton Food Pantry strives to improve the lives of friends and neighbors in need by providing food items and education on nutrition and smart shopping.

About Chesterbrook Academy Preschool

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Chesterbrook Academy preschool in Lakewood, Ill., is part of Nobel Learning Communities, Inc., a national network of more than 200 nonsectarian private schools, including preschools, K-8 and high schools in 19 states across the nation and the District of Columbia. Chesterbrook Academy schools provide high quality private education, with a challenging and well-rounded curriculum, caring and skilled teachers and attention to individual learning styles. They also offer before and after school care and summer camp. For more information on Chesterbrook Academy, or to find a school near you, please visit www.ChesterbrookAcademy.com.

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