Humane society honors Mt Laurel Elementary

Mt Laurel Elementary School was honored at the Greater Birmingham Humane Society’s (GBHS) Annual Awards Luncheon, held at The Club on Dec. 7. MLES Principal Angela Walker and Guidance Counselor Tracey Evans accepted the John Herbert Phillips Award on behalf of the entire school. This award is given to those who promote and teach others how to show compassion to animals.

Last year, a third grade student at MLES brought the idea of bringing items to school to donate to the shelter to the principal and the student council. She called it “Precious Paws.” The idea was a huge hit, and the children of MLES immediately created posters and flyers to promote the donation drive. Students brought in items from the shelter’s wish list such as pet food, towels, blankets and paper towels. Precious Paws has become annual fundraiser for MLES.