Cherish Academy In-Service Community Projects​

Growing hearts, hands, and helpers.

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At Cherish Academy, community care is woven into the fabric of our curriculum. As a for-profit preschool with a nonprofit spirit, we believe young children learn best by doing—by seeing themselves as helpers, problem-solvers, and contributors to the world around them. Our In-Service Projects give students meaningful, developmentally appropriate ways to show compassion while responding to real needs in our immediate community.

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Our History of Service

Over the years, our families and staff have lived out our core values through hands-on, heart-centered projects:

• 2020–2022: Community Food Bank
  During the pandemic, our school hosted a pop-up food bank in our parking lot, serving 700+ community members every week. This effort became a lifeline for families experiencing food insecurity during an unprecedented time.

• 2024–2025: Bee Conservation Project
  After learning that the U.S. lost nearly 85% of its honey bee population, our students adopted a honey bee and raised funds to support local conservation efforts. Children explored the essential role bees play in our ecosystem and took pride in protecting them.

• 2025: Holiday Family Sponsorship
  This year, our school community came together to sponsor a local family for the holidays—providing toys, food, household essentials, and care. Children helped gather items, learning empathy, generosity, and the joy of giving.​

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Why It Matters

Through these projects, students practice empathy, teamwork, gratitude, and cultural awareness. Families connect with a greater purpose, and our community grows stronger through every shared act of service.

At Cherish Academy, we’re not just teaching academics—we’re nurturing compassionate young citizens ready to make a difference.