Our Mission

 
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Our program's mission is to introduce children to the work of local non-profits, develop empathy for those in need, and engage children in the benefits of helping others, all while having fun and working as a team! 

Meet Our Team

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PROGRAM FOUNDERS: Kelly Comings, Andy Comings, and Samantha Genier

We are three experienced teachers who are passionate about teaching social justice at an early age. Kelly taught first and second grade in Holliston for 15 years. Andy has been teaching 6th grade Social Studies at Day Middle School in Newton for the past 15 years. We live in West Newton with our two daughters. Sam has been a science teacher at Day for the past 16 years. She lives in Newton with her wife and two kids.


Our summer camp staff is comprised of teachers and professionals with many years of experience working with children.

Kelly Comings

Executive Director,
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Adam Lunin

Health and P.E. Teacher,
Day Middle School

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Molly Delehey

Cooperative Games Leader,
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Melissa Thomas

Science Teacher
Day Middle School

Katie Hill

After School Teacher,
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Samantha Genier

Science Teacher
Day Middle School

Jaclyn McDonald

After School Teacher,
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Andy Comings

Social Studies Teacher
Day Middle School

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Read about our feature in Newton Neighbors!

 
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Read about our recognition from Mayor Fuller!

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