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Gesa funds support Adopt-a-Blue Devil

Gesa writes nearly $7000 check from branded debit card program to support local students

Walla Walla Public Schools recently received a $6,769 check from Gesa Credit Union, for the 2021-2022 school year, as part of the co-branded Walla Walla High School debit card program partnership.

Every swipe of a Blue Devil branded Gesa debit card generates proceeds to be used to expand the district's Adopt-a-Blue Devil Program, paving the way for Gesa members to earn funds to support local student programs and activities.

The Adopt-a-Blue Devil program ensures all district students, from transitional kindergarten to 12th grade, regardless of income or family circumstances, have the resources to fully participate in school-sponsored programs, activities or academic experiences. Examples of how the Adopt-a-Blue Devil Program funds can be used include providing musical instrument supplies for students in need, purchasing cleats for soccer if a family can’t afford them, covering the cost of Advanced Placement exams for students who qualify for free and/or reduced lunch, and eliminating fees associated with industry certifications for families in need.

“We continue to seek ways to remove barriers for students to participate and engage in all of our school programs and activities,” said Superintendent Dr. Wade Smith. “Our strategic plan challenges the school district to support the social and emotional needs of all students in a safe and engaging manner and this partnership with Gesa directly aligns with this initiative.”

Visit the district’s website to learn more about the Adopt-a-Blue Devil Program:
https://www.wwps.org/programs/adopt-a-blue-devil-scholarship-program

The Wa-Hi Visa Debit Card joins Gesa’s suite of other high school co-branded affinity debit cards across Washington State. Visit any Gesa Credit Union branch to get a Wa-Hi Visa Debit Card.

PHOTO – Athletic Director Chris Ferenz (L) and Superintendent Dr. Wade Smith (R) celebrate receiving funds from Gesa Credit Union to support the Adopt-a-Blue Devil Program.

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