Special thanks to "special" people

All the staff at the Brookside Learning Center and the Lewis Cass Intermediate School District, would like to thank the following persons and orgnizations for their kindness to our students and programs. We all benefit because of their investment in the lives of our students and families.

 The Civitan Organization...

      for the time, effort and donations to our students throughout the years. This includes Special Olympics, dances, camp, parties and gifts. A special thanks to Civitan members Gordie Gwilt and Connie Banasiak for coaching the basketball team.

 The Knights of Columbus...

      for the financial donations that have supported our efforts to send all the students to Camp Friedenswald for two days in May.

 The Elks Club...

      for the Halloween Party and the purchase of communication devices for some of the students.

 The Tractor Pullers of Cass County...

      for the Super Kids Day in May at the Brookside Learning Center.

 Art Goldy Family...

      for gifts and an annual Christmas Party for all students.

 Parents and Friends...

      for donations and gifts. Your continued generosity and support is greatly appreciated.

 The following Business Sites...

      All of these businesses have allowed the students to train and develop their work skills...
    • Lee Memorial Hospital
    • Kentucky Fried Chicken
    • Movies, Movies
    • Southwestern Michigan College Museum
    • Westgate
    • Rite Aid
    • Northern Transitions/The Grand Hotel Mackinaw Island
    • Dowagiac Nursing Home
    • Family Independence Agency
    • Harding's Grocery Store
    • Van Cass Cap

 Dr. Matthew Cripe and Jean Abrams...

      Dentist and dental hygienist, for providing dental checks for all of our students.

 The Foster Grandparent Agency...

      for placing four foster grandparents in our programs and giving our students the opportunity to learn from their experiences.

 St. Paul's Episcopal Parish...

      for financial support and material assistance to one of our families.

 Dr. John Hayman...

      for donating tooth brushes to our students.

 Dr. Michel Listenberger...

      for consultation services and donated equipment.

 The Cass County 4-H Leaders...

      for supporting our students and the Clover Workers in 4-H activities.

 The Ross Beatty Sr. High National Honor Society...

      for sponsoring and assisting with student activites at the holidays and at camp.