Universal charter schools giving back

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Students at Universal Audenried Charter High School in Grays Ferry have been busy this holiday season, giving back to less fortunate people in the area. 

On Nov. 19, the student scholars prepared and distributed 300 meals to seniors living in convalescent and senior citizen residences in South and Southwest Philadelphia. Children prepared a complete Thanksgiving meal with all the trimmings.

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The following day, the school held its annual community Thanksgiving dinner for roughly 300 residents in South and Southwest Philly. Students prepared a Thanksgiving meal for the residents, including turkey, mac & cheese, stuffing and various desserts.

At Universal Vare STEM & Arts Charter School, the staff distributed turkeys to families on Nov. 22. Photos by John Blanks.

Mark Zimmaro
Mark Zimmaro
Mark Zimmaro is a reporter for the South Philly Review. Follow him on Twitter @mzimmaro or email at mzimmaro@newspapermediagroup.com

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