Credit to Kasey Lewis

Knights of excellence, KOE, is run by Jordyn Kiel, Lindsey Scheller and Kristen Johnson. On Nov. 13 Johnson teaches the upperclassmen about the upcoming lesson on finding gratitude. The lessons are a part of a greater initiative to give a good influence on the underclassmen. The members of KOE presented the lesson to freshmen history classes on Nov. 20.

I t’s said, ‘A Christmas spent alone is a Christmas ill spent.’ 20 years ago, KOE ensured that no FHN student would regret Christmas day by establishing the Adopt-a-Family program.

“We get names from counselors or teachers of students and families who might need a little help during the holidays,” program director Arelene Kearns said. “We make it known that people care about them.”

In 2004, KOE knew they wanted to incorporate a program that could help financially struggling families in the community. When Kearns discovered Adopt a Family, she knew it would be the perfect fit.

“[KOE] always tried to get involved in some charity at some point throughout the year,” KOE co-sponsor Lindsey Scheller said. “Eight years ago, we decided to focus all of our charity towards Adopt a Family.”

KOE hopes that this program helps families feel more secure throughout the holidays and encourages anyone who is interested in donating to talk to Kearns in the Activities Office.

“It hopefully will give people just a little bit of joy,” co-sponsor Kristen Johnson said