Kindergarten Support Association Celebrates Successful First Year
The kindergarten support association in Schutterzell celebrated a successful first year with a positive assessment of their activities and ambitious plans for the future at their general meeting held at the Vignoli Inn.
A Year of Support for Schutterzell’s Kindergarten
The association was founded on May 26, 2023, and has quickly become an integral part of the community, supporting the local kindergarten through various fundraising efforts and initiatives.
“We are thrilled with the progress we’ve made in our first year,” said Tanja Oberle, chairwoman of the association. “We have received incredible support from the community, and together we are making a real difference for the children.”
The association has been active throughout the year, participating in local events such as the Advent market and the St. Martin lantern parade. They also organized two successful flea markets featuring gently used children’s items. At the poety slam, the association’s board sold drinks, with all proceeds going directly back to the kindergarten.
“These funds allowed us to purchase much-needed supplies for the kindergarten, including small watering cans for the children to use in the garden and a special ice cream treat at the end of the school year,” Oberle explained. “We also covered the cost of paint for the newly built garden house.”
72-Hour Project Creates Lasting Benefits
One of the association’s most ambitious projects was the 72-hour project, a collaborative effort to enhance the kindergarten’s outdoor space. Despite persistent rain that hampered some of their plans, the dedicated team managed to create a raised bed and a barefoot path, providing children with opportunities for hands-on learning and sensory exploration.
“We encourage community members to help us replant the raised bed in the spring,” Oberle suggested. “The association will cover the cost of the new plants.”
Financial Transparency and Future Goals
Jochen Eble, the treasurer, presented a positive cash report, highlighting the association’s responsible financial management. Sebastian Hügli, who worked alongside Rainer Oberle to audit the books, confirmed the accuracy of the report, stating, “Their bookkeeping is perfect.”
Looking ahead, the association aims to expand its membership base to further support the kindergarten. Oberle and her deputy, Selina Werner, encouraged the kindergarten’s parents’ council to share suggestions and collaborate on future initiatives.
Mayor Thomas Eble expressed his satisfaction with the association’s progress: “I am so pleased with the activities of this young club and their positive financial situation. It is heartwarming to see such dedicated community members working hard to provide the best opportunities for our children.”
Werner expressed her gratitude to Tanja Oberle for her leadership in the association’s inaugural year. “Tanja has done an incredible job,” Werner said, presenting Oberle with a bouquet of flowers. “We are so fortunate to have her guidance.”
The kindergarten support association is now setting its sights on a bright future, committed to enriching the lives of Schutterzell’s youngest residents through continued fundraising, community engagement, and unwavering support for the kindergarten.
What are some future fundraising initiatives or projects the Schutterzell Kindergarten Support Association is considering?
## Interview with Tanja Oberle, Chairwoman of the Schutterzell Kindergarten Support Association
**Interviewer:** Tanja, congratulations on the Schutterzell Kindergarten Support Association’s successful first year. Can you tell us a little bit about what the association has achieved in this time?
**Tanja Oberle:** Thank you! We’re incredibly proud of what we’ve accomplished. We’ve worked hard to become a part of the community and we’ve seen fantastic support from locals for our various fundraising initiatives. We’ve been participating in local events like the Advent market and the St. Martin lantern parade, and hosted two successful flea markets selling gently used children’s items. At a local poetry slam event, our board sold drinks, with all proceeds going right back to the kindergarten.
**Interviewer:** Those are wonderful examples of community involvement. What specific benefits have these efforts brought to the kindergarten?
**Tanja Oberle:** We were able to purchase much-needed supplies like watering cans for the garden and a special ice cream treat for the children at the end of the school year. We also covered the cost of paint for the newly built garden house. Essentially, we’ve been able to directly enhance the kindergarten experience for the children.
**Interviewer:** You also mentioned an ambitious 72-hour project. Can you tell us more about that?
**Tanja Oberle:** Yes! Despite some challenging weather conditions, we embarked on a 72-hour project to improve the kindergarten’s outdoor space.
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**Interviewer:** It sounds like the association has made a real difference in its first year. What are your plans for the future?
**Tanja Oberle:** (Note: Without more information from the article, we cannot speculate on future plans for the association. This section would need more information from the source.)
**Interviewer:** Tanja, thank you for sharing your insights and congratulations again on such a successful first year.
