Mann Kindergarten Classes Support Local Nonprofit for 100th Day Project

To celebrate the 100th day of school, the kindergarten team at Horace Mann Elementary School collected more than 100 items to donate to A House in Austin, a local nonprofit dedicated to supporting and nurturing families.

As part of the service project, kindergarten classes collected books, toys, bubbles and various art supplies that will be used to make parent-child play baskets.

A House in Austin was founded by Oak Park resident Erica Hilgart. The organization serves families on the west side of Chicago, and aims to empower parents through nurturing support and education. It also provides "high quality, positive, loving early learning experiences for healthy child development and a strong foundation for future success." To learn more, visit www.ahouseinaustin.org.