Love Creek students bring fall fun to local seniors

Love Creek Elementary School recently partnered with The Lodge at Historic Lewes for a heartwarming fall celebration that brought smiles, laughter and meaningful connections across generations.

All Cape district schools are encouraged to extend learning beyond the classroom walls and to strengthen community partnerships. With that in mind, students and staff at Love Creek visited residents of The Lodge for a day of seasonal crafts, bingo, reading activities, music, fall treats, volleyball and shared stories.

Students and residents worked side by side, sparking conversations and forming bonds rooted in joy, respect and compassion. Students read aloud, listened to residents' stories and teamed up for friendly volleyball games, filling the space with energy, curiosity and genuine connection.

“These intergenerational moments are powerful,” said Love Creek Principal Equetta Jones. “Our scholars aren’t just learning about excellence, they are living it through service, compassion and community partnership. The Lodge is now part of the Love Creek family, and we are grateful for the bonds being built.”

Assistant Principal Dr. Jim McDowell reflected on his visit with the students, saying, “Seeing our scholars and the residents connect so naturally was truly moving. The joy on their faces was unmistakable. Laughter, pride and warmth filled the room. Experiences like this remind us that learning goes beyond academics; it grows through relationships, empathy and heart. This experience created lasting memories and nurtured qualities our students will carry throughout life.”

This partnership will continue throughout the school year with additional visits and seasonal events to build upon relationships and connections made this month.

For students, the day reinforced that excellence means showing kindness and empathy while honoring others. For residents, it provided companionship, laughter and the joy of sharing wisdom with the next generation.