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SCVi students or "learners" working on the trailer that will serve as the base of the tiny home.

SCVi Students Seek Community Assistance To Help Homeless Veteran

Students at a Santa Clarita school are seeking the community’s help to build a “tiny house” for a military veteran without a home.


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Fourth- and fifth-grade students or “learners” at Santa Clarita Valley International School (SCVi) are asking for the community’s assistance over Memorial Day weekend with fundraising to build a “tiny house” they are building for a homeless veteran.

“As we pay tribute on Memorial Day to our nation’s fallen soldiers, it’s also critically important to remember veterans in our communities who are struggling financially and emotionally,” said Amber Raskin, founder of iLEAD Schools. “That’s why our amazing young Learners at SCVi are asking for help to raise funds for this important project that will change a veteran’s life.”

The project — being guided by renowned “tiny house” designer and local philanthropist Elvis Summers — initially was to complete a safe, durable, sustainable and appealing home in any area of the world considering landforms and natural disasters.

Through this planning process, Learners created blueprints, supply lists, budgets and scale models of their tiny homes. As the project evolved, the Learners decided to build a real “tiny house” for a veteran in need — a decision will not only extend their learning, but provide them with the experience that comes with giving back.

“We will need supplies including building materials, tools and furnishings,” SCVi Facilitator Tina Toval added. “Our school, families and Learners would be so grateful to receive these funds, and help a veteran who deserves a tiny home built with love.”

To contribute, visit their GoFundMe, which has raised about $4,000 out of the $19,000 goal as of Friday.

For more information about SCVi, visit scvi-k12.org

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SCVi Students Seek Community Assistance To Help Homeless Veteran

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