Green Elementary Students Embrace “Senbazuru” for Japan

Cranes folded by a Green Elementary student

A group of John Green Elementary School parents, moved by the tragic earthquake and tsunami that recently devastated Japan, have rallied Green students to create 1,000 origami cranes – the ancient Japanese tradition of Senbazuru. Senbazuru promises that a person who folds 1,000 cranes will be granted a wish, such as long life or recovery from illness or disaster.

Every student at Green is participating, with parents and 5th graders helping the younger students. In addition, students will also write “Wish for Japan” notes to accompany the project. Viewing of the project will take place on the same evening as Green Elementary’s Art ‘N Action Art Show (currently scheduled for Thursday May 5). Parents will shortly be receiving letters home about the project. Dublin Elementary School is considering a similar initiative.

Families are also asked to donate whatever they can to the Japanese Cultural Community Center of Northern California (JCCCNC) which will ensure that 100% of donations go directly to help victims of the tragedy.

Thank you to Lisa Doherty for providing information regarding this project.

Related Articles:

• The 1,000 Cranes for Japan Project (from Dublin Patch, by Lisa Doherty)