John Legend is helping create a brighter future for students.
According to a news release, the “All of Me” singer partnered with Box Tops for Education to support students at Westport Heights Elementary School, a Title 1 school in Los Angeles, CA. With $30,000 from Box Tops, the school plans to invest in the children by developing an outdoor area where they can learn about environmental science.
“I recently had the heartwarming opportunity to meet inspiring educators from Westport Heights Elementary School, right in my backyard of Los Angeles,” Legend said in a news release. “I was thrilled to help Box Tops award $30,000 to support their school’s new outdoor space, and I’ve seen it for myself – downloading the Box Tops app is one of the easiest ways for families to show support to educators who are making a difference in our communities. As a father with a long-standing passion for education, I’m honored to be partnering with Box Tops for Education to Champion Legendary Teachers nationwide as students and teachers head back to the classroom.”
Legend’s partnership with Box Tops won’t stop there. He will also appear in some promotional videos on its YouTube page to show the life of being a dad and highlighting how Box Tops can be a resources for schools and educators.
“Box Tops for Education understands how valuable community support is for teachers and administrators who are making a positive impact on their students,” Lilly Moeding, Box Tops for Education brand experience manager, explained according to the news release. “That’s why we’re thrilled to work with John Legend to Champion Legendary Teachers and make it as easy as possible for families to give back to the educators making a difference in their lives. We look forward to seeing families utilize the Box Tops app to start the school year off strong for students and teachers nationwide.”
