Our mission is to champion public education by engaging our
community to foster schools that are welcoming for all.
To champion public education: Strongly advocate for and affirm the value of public education, recognizing it as a cornerstone for societal progress.
To embrace diversity and inclusivity: Support and affirm LGBTQIA+ students and those in marginalized communities within the educational setting.
To trust and respect educators: Foster an environment that values and respects the expertise and professionalism of teachers and staff members, recognizing their crucial role in shaping future generations.
To affirm the separation of church and state: acknowledge that public schools should remain secular while respecting the personal beliefs of individuals.
Bring a friend!
Mark your calendar and take gift-wrapping off your holiday to-do list!
Load up your laundry basket(s) or bags with unwrapped gifts and drop them off at Etown Church of the Brethren under the portico - we'll even take them right from your car!
We'll have extra baskets on hand and have you check off a few quick questions about your wrap preferences.
If you prefer, use our supplies to wrap your own, or stay and wait while we take care of it.
You can pet a facility dog with a hot cup of cocoa, and shop some stocking stuffers and baked goods available for purchase.
Donations by cash, check or credit card accepted.
All proceeds benefit the Etown Area School District Facility Dog Program.
VOLUNTEERS AND DONATIONS NEEDED: Sign up to help us succeed HERE
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Purchase online HERE
School Supply Drive
We are working with EASD counseling staff and building principals to help support needs, especially for those items that students, families or teachers must provide themselves. We are not attempting to fill budget holes.
MOST WANTED: Every student needs headphones, a water bottle and a backpack. All Middle Schoolers need a big binder. Many headphones or earbuds get lost or damaged through the year as well.
-Kids' winter coats sizes 7-12
-Snack pack items: goldfish, pretzels, granola bars, applesauce pouches
Common Sense meetings are held the third Tuesday of the month at 6pm at the United Church of Christ (UCC), 247 S. Market Street, Elizabethtown. Enter through the rear door that is across from Papa John's. We'd love to see you there!
Bring a friend to any event to check us out, sign in, and you both get entered in our quarterly drawing for Etown swag!
Please submit your $5 membership dues by August 31st for the 2025 year.
Common Sense is an inclusive organization and finances are not a barrier to membership. Please contact the Steering Committee if you need financial assistance.
https://www.zeffy.com/ticketing/common-sense-memberships--2025
What We Do
Public Education Advocacy
Teacher Appreciation and School Support
Fundraising and Facility Dog Support
Community Outreach