Michigan—Autumn leaves brought Great Lakes Adventist Academy (GLAA) students to the town of Edmore, Mich., on Nov. 1, 2005, for GLAA's 25th annual Leaf Rake.

On a fall afternoon, students cleared fallen leaves in the yards of the elderly and needy people in the community. This was a Student Association (SA) outreach activity. Throughout Leaf Rake, SA sponsors and officers drove to each site, passing out drinks and donuts to help keep students going.

Student groups were paired with a faculty member. In addition to raking fallen leaves at community homes, one group cleaned the town’s park, where everyone met when they finished. The students raked many yards this year—a total of 35 including the park.

Although it was a cold day, everyone enjoyed the break from schoolwork and the opportunity to assist others. They also enjoyed playing at the park after their work was done. “It was refreshing to have a break from school and aid others while having fun with your friends,” said Ashley Snyder.

Karen Peterson, SA president, said: “Leaf Rake this year went really well. I was proud of how well the student body acted throughout the day. All of them were great."

We are looking forward to next year when we can lend a hand to the community once more.

Brianna Johnson, Great Lakes Adventist Academy student correspondent