Headlines
"Date and Juniper Elementary Schools are very grateful for the support Ms. Vazquez and the Christmas in the Classroom sponsors have given to their students this holiday season." - FUSD News (Juniper Elementary)
"It's a Christmas miracle!" - Daily Bulletin (Inland Valley)
"Students entered the cafeteria and received milk and cookies and were greeted by Santa and his army of elves." - The Press-Enterprise (Riverside Headlines)
ABOUT: Christmas in the Classroom
Photo courtesy Will Lester/Staff PhotographerChristmas in the Classroom was founded in 2004 by Maria Vazquez.
It all started when Maria's daughter, an elementary school teacher,
told her the heartbreaking news that the majority of her class did not
celebrate Christmas because their families could not afford to.
Maria was emotionally compelled to bring the joy of Christmas to these
under privileged school children by providing them gifts. She started with one classroom...
...Today, she has reached out to 4 entire schools (Preschool - 5th Grade) and hands out over 3,000 gifts during Christmas.
Christmas in the Classroom is made possible by volunteers and donations. 100% of all proceeds go towards the purchase of gifts for Title 1 schools in the Inland Empire and Los Angeles County. Maria hopes to help out more schools, but she needs your help. Please donate today online or by check or money order.
Spread the Word
To this point, Maria and Margo Dodson have petitioned their friends and family by personal letters and emails. With the advent of social networks like Facebook, you can help by spreading the word to your network. Please help us bring the joy of Christmas to more under privileged children by passing on the message of Christmas in the Classroom.
How to share Christmas in the Classroom on Facebook:
- Go to Christmas in the Classroom fan page.
- On the left side of the page, click "Share."
- Add a personal message (optional).
- Click "Share Page."
