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Students at Merryhill Schools Donate to Local Children's Hospital

Students collected monetary donations and hundreds of gifts for patients at UMC Children's Hospital

Students at Merryhill Preschool and Merryhill Elementary School on Durango Drive in Las Vegas recently held a donation drive to benefit UMC Children’s Hospital. To help support families and spread holiday cheer to patients, students collected $1,050 in monetary donations and 334 wish list items, including books, art supplies, board games and more. Elementary students additionally recorded carols to bring joy to young patients during the UMC Children’s Hospital holiday party. Through this initiative, students learned the importance of spreading kindness and helping others in their community.

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