Dr. Robert Sperber Papers

              Susaan Straus
23 Valleyspring Road
Newton, Massachusetts 02158
October  5,   1982
Dear Bob,
Enclosed is your copy of the grant proposal for "A
Beginner's Guide to Ending Hunger". I'm in the process
of distributing it to various foundations and organizations .
Louise and Pat Ruane have given me verbal approval
to pilot two sections of it at the high school.  I don't
yet know what course they plan to put it in.  It's my
understanding that the administration is supporting
this year as the year to address the nuclear issue, and
next year will be the year to address the issue of world
hunger.  Progress!
The New York City school system has just instituted
a system-wide, K-8 program addressing the issue of world
hunger. It's set to happen across all subject areas for
a one week period each year in October. They're beginning
modestly this year with grades 5, 8, and 10, and some of
the materials I've prepared are scheduled for use with the
older students.  I'm really pleased.
I enjoyed reading the Globe article about you, and
I hope you're as enthusiastic about your new work as it
sounded.  Prom down here at the classroom level, the
changing of the guard in Brookline has seemed remarkably
smooth and uneventful - so far.  I miss you!  I'm used
to being inspired in September!
I'll continue to keep you posted on the progress of
this endeavor.  I'd welcome any input you have on any
aspect of it.  By the way, the curriculum in draft form
is complete (about 250 pages), and if you would like to
pore through it, I'd be happy to loan you a copy.  Just
let me know.
Thank you again, Bob, for being the catalyst, the
inspiration that launched me toward this goal.  This
work has added a new and satisfying dimension to my
life, and I'm most appreciative of the role you have
played.  Please feel free to call me if I can answer
any questions, or if you have any ideas you'd like to
share with me.   My best to Edith -
Warmly,