At The Academy, one of our most cherished traditions is the Angel Tree—a beautiful opportunity to come together as a community and make the holidays magical for our students.

This year, the Angel Tree is even more meaningful. Many of our new students are experiencing the holidays for the very first time, and we have the chance to share the warmth and wonder of the season with them. Imagine the joy of knowing you’ve not only brightened a child’s holiday but also made a lasting impact on their year.

How can you help? By becoming an Angel, you can help provide gifts that do more than bring a smile—they inspire growth, comfort, and confidence every day. Each student’s Angel Tree wishlist includes:

Essentials to support their growth and well-being.

Your generosity is more than a gift—it’s a reminder to each child that they are seen, loved, and supported. Together, we can ensure that every student feels the magic of the holidays while giving them tools to thrive throughout the year.

Join us in making this year’s Angel Tree our most impactful yet. Let’s make the holidays—and every day—special for these incredible kids.

If you’re interested in becoming an angel by adopting a child:

1. Choose a student from our list below.
2. You will receive an email with that child’s personalized wishlist.

Important Dates:

• Angel Tree gifts are needed by: Friday, December 13th
• Gift Opening: Wednesday December 18th at 9:00 am during our Annual Christmas Around the World Brunch.

From our Nest family to yours,
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

Bridge the Gap for Nest Families This Winter Break

Winter break can be a challenging time for the 21 families of Nest children, who face food insecurity when school meals pause. While “Home for the Holidays” is a time of joy for many, it often means added hardship for these families.

Thanks to your overwhelming generosity with our Angel Tree, many have asked how to do more. Here’s how you can help we need 25 Angels to provide food security this Christmas.

A $200 donation provides groceries for one family, ensuring they have the food they need during the break. You can:

• Mail gift cards by Friday, December 13th, or
• Donate online, and we’ll purchase and wrap them for you.

These gifts will be presented to families at our Christmas Brunch on December 18th.

Your kindness brings peace of mind and comfort to these families. Together, let’s complete our Christmas giving and make this season truly bright for every Nest family.

From our Nest to yours, thank you for your love and support! ❤️