On March 12, 2010, RHS was thanked by the troops of Camp Adder for their donations back in August. RHS sent over donations for both the soldiers and the children in a local school. We sent supplies such as sporting equipment and beanie babies for the children. RHS was warmly thanked in a pep rally and flag ceremony. A few soldiers from Camp Mabry came, and presented Mrs. Scott, Coach Mann, and Mr. and Mrs. Rouse with a flag that was flown in a school in Iraq and a certificate of thanks.
One of the soldiers that came, Colonel Andy Hernandez, said that the soldiers at Camp Adder’s reaction to the donations were “One word, gratitude.” He says the donations made a great impact in the community by “Fostering communication between the soldiers and the locals”.
The donations were greatly appreciated by the soldiers; they “Truly appreciate it.” Says Hernandez. “A beanie baby is sometimes more important than a bullet.” The soldiers were very touched by Rouse’s kind gesture. Chaplain James Delgato, a speaker at the pep rally, says that “It’s been amazing; we’re so appreciative of all of your efforts supporting the troops. It’s harsh living in Iraq, so coming here and seeing the smiles and appreciation, it’s awesome.”
RHS was very warmly appreciated for their caring help to Camp Adder. Mr. Rouse says that he feels honored by this because it’s “A tribute to the students to be able to get the gifts and overwhelming that the students would do that for the students in Iraq. It’s a very warm gesture.”
Dr. Bret Champion, superintendent of LISD, says that “I am so moved by the ethical principles demonstrated but this school. If such community spirit can be felt in this school and across the school district, and can be felt across the world.”