09/26/2025
Evan is bright, but he struggled with impulse control. Minor frustrations could lead to an outburst, and before long, his desk was empty because he’d been sent to the office again. Because of you, Evan now has a different story. You gave Evan access to emotional regulation tools to calm himself before his emotions take over.
The specialized counselors on staff that you help fund worked directly in Evan’s classroom, reinforcing rules while helping Evan and his classmates identify “warning signs” and practice self-control in real time.
A few months later, the teacher emailed us:
“Evan stayed in class all week. He raised his hand instead of yelling out. He’s smiling more. Thank you for helping me keep him in my classroom.”
You did that. You kept Evan in his seat. You gave a teacher the support she desperately needed. You transformed not just one child's experience, but an entire classroom's ability to learn.
Right now, across Rogers County, you're giving teachers the backup they need to handle today's unprecedented challenges. You're ensuring students develop the emotional skills that textbooks can't teach but life demands.
When you do that, when you support a teacher and help a child learn how to manage their emotions, you create a ripple effect. The child learns better. The teacher teaches better. And every student in that classroom benefits.
Your generosity gives students like Evan the chance to stay in their seats, succeed in school, and build stronger futures.
