(May 28, 2008, Falls Church, VA)—Reed Smith LLP has been named by the Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) as its “2007-08 Partner of the Year,” for the firm’s public service on behalf of Graham Road Elementary School.
According to FCPS, Reed Smith was honored for:
- Providing mentors to Graham Road students,
- Attending school events to support their mentees,
- Hosting musical performances at its offices,
- Funding homework agenda books for all Graham Road students and teachers, and
- Providing backpacks filled with enough school supplies for an entire year to each Graham Road student.
“With the solid support of its staff, associates, partners, and Virginia office managing partner, Karen Fagelson, Reed Smith has been a decade-long force for good at Graham Road Elementary School, making life a little easier and a lot more hopeful for the children, their parents, and our teachers,” said school administrators.
“We are thrilled to be honored by FCPS, but, of course, the real pleasure comes from helping those in need,” said Ms. Fagelson. “The Graham Road schools supply drive is something that everyone at Reed Smith looks forward to every year and we are so happy to do something that truly changes children’s lives.”
“Pro bono and community service is an essential part of Reed Smith’s culture,” added partner, Bruce Christman who actively supports and encourages others to participate in the Graham Road project. “Our work for Graham Road was particularly gratifying, because—from raising funds and collecting school supplies, to helping these kids succeed in school—it provides everyone in our office a variety of opportunities to participate.”
The entire Reed Smith office in Falls Church participates in some way and all are very supportive of this project. Several Reed Smith personnel go to the school each week to mentor the kids; among them are Vivian Izurieta, Pam Rosenthal, Kathy Kehoe, Chris Smith, Robin Chung, Romelia Vargas and Joe Luchini.
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