La Petite Academy Develops "Kids of Character"

I was delighted to receive a press release from La Petite Academy, a national child care provider is set to raise more than $1 million for the extremely worthy Make-A-Wish Foundation. The company was recently recognized by the Make-A-Wish Foundation as the charity’s fastest-growing national sponsor after showing a 425 percent increase in funds raised between the Foundation’s fiscal year 2003 and fiscal year 2004. La Petite Academy’s cumulative contributions since April 2003 will help ensure that wishes will come true for as many as 200 children with life-threatening medical conditions. La Petite Academy’s Make-A-Wish campaign not only supports a worthy charity, but also helps teach children the importance of generosity, kindness and community involvement. The company further reinforces these positive character traits to the children in its care with a unique “Kids of Character” program. La Petite Academy offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes monthly activities specifically designed to build a sense of community and caring among children.