There is a great program at C.R. England called the “Adopt-A-Driver” program. Through this program each driver involved is assigned to an elementary class in the Salt Lake City Area. When they are assigned, the driver “adopts” the class and in turn the class “adopts” the driver. As the driver travels around the country they can send postcards, letters or pictures to the class and teach them about the life of a truck driver.
Through these letters they are able to teach the students about the importance of truck drivers in our country and incorporate lessons about geography, history, math and English. As the class receives these things from the driver they can respond with notes or cards asking the driver questions or simply responding to what the driver has said.
The driver is encouraged to go and visit the class at least once a year and possibly take their truck to show the kids. The students LOVE this and it creates even more opportunities to teach and learn.
I think this is such a fun idea implemented by C.R. England. It creates a great way to give back to the community while at the same time providing drivers with a sense of satisfaction as they strengthen the community in their own way. While truck driving is a growing and important industry it is a great idea to teach elementary age kids about this career. It gives both parties an opportunity to interact and learn more. I can imagine the satisfaction it would give a driver as they saw the interest that these young students have in what they do everyday. Any driver for C.R. England can be considered for this program so if you are interested please contact Jeanie at jeanib@crengland.com or at qcom ext 3824. I would encourage any driver to get involved and give back in any way that they can!
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I have heard allot of great things about C.R. England and how they help the community. This program sounds fun for both the drivers and the students. I would imagine it is stories like this that often happen behind the scenes. Thanks for blogging it! Thumbs up for C. R. England on this!