The American Red Cross NEPA Region announces The Pillowcase Project, part of a nationwide pilot program, with a vision of teaching kids to be prepared for any disaster through a series of age-appropriate activities.

Sponsored by Disney, the project is implemented by Red Cross volunteers in a one-hour classroom session.

The curriculum is structured by three core principles: Learn, Practice and Share.

Students will learn about hazards, how to prepared for emergencies, enhance coping skills, practice what they have learned and share their knowledge with family and friends.

The program emphasizes the importance of developing an emergency communications plan, fire evacuation plan and emergency contact cards.

Students will each receive a workbook and certificate of completion.

They will also have the opportunity to decorate and personalize their own pillowcase, pre-printed with Disney characters and suggested items to include in the kit, such as toothpaste, flashlight, blanket and a radio.

For additional information on how to become a volunteer presenter, contact Gail Toscano at 570-476-3896 or gail.toscano @redcross.org.