Sherrie Gahn's Amazing Story

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Sherrie Gahn's Amazing Story

Monday, September 12, 2011 • Video of the Day

She's the principal of a school where the kids are struggling to make ends meet. Sherrie Gahn has dedicated herself to making sure her students get what they need to stay in school, whatever it takes. Watch her amazing story here.

If you were moved by Principal Sherrie Gahn's amazing story and want to help her and the children and families of her school, you can make a donation! Checks can be sent to Whitney Elementary School, 5005 Keenan Ave., Las Vegas, NV 89122-7461.

Or, donate by credit card here.

To see a list of items that Whitney Elementary needs, please visit their website.

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What I love about this story is Sherrie not only cares about her students, but is a role model and inspiration to these kids and others. She is teaching the value of caring about one another. Showing by example that one person can make a difference. It is no wonder Ellen connects with her.

Posted by Julia Rhodes | May 4, 2012 3:38 PM

Hello my name is matthew jackson I am a blind musician, stage actor, and student at tarrant county college in northrichland hills texas I've always wanted to meet you and be on your show!!!

Posted by matthew jackson | February 23, 2012 3:21 PM

I lov your show I have had alot of bad luck six back
Surgeries and I have 28% nerve damage
To my left side. I truly wanted to end

My life. But after seeing you and all you do that changed thank you for your gift.

Posted by Eric Cushing | December 23, 2011 8:02 AM

Hi Ellen & staff, I was able to watch your show today all the from TURKEY (airforce base) !! I saw the story of Whitney elementary and I want to help in any way I can . I saw the list of items needed. I have 4 kids and they grow so fast so we are able to donate lots of their clothes and items to our base thrift store but I woulod love to start helping the whitney elementary school as well. my question is ..Can the clothing and shoe items be in used good condition? please email me back so I can get a box mailed out to the school. Thank you for all you do Mrs. Ellen and staff you guys are amazing!!!! :-)

Posted by vellina mantlo | November 28, 2011 7:59 AM

Hello Ellen,
First of all I love your show! My name is Allen De Leon, I am a senior attending Southwest Career and Technical Academy in Las Vegas, Nevada.
The episode featuring Sherrie Gahn and Whitney Elementary School inspired me and my senior classmates. We were instructed to create a business plan to revitalize the Las Vegas area for our school project. After watching the episode, our team; Shanne Medina, Lauren Duenas, Jhane Elder, and I, created the idea of a non-profit organization called 'A Home of Hope'. It wold be a shelter conveniently located
less than a mile away from the school. Our mission is to provide the tools necessary for rebuilding the lives of the homeless children and families of Whitney Elementary School in East Las Vegas. This is a school project, so this idea is unrealistic at the moment, however, we took it on as if it was going to become real. Recently, we visited Principal Sherrie Gahn and presented our idea, she loved it and told us to email you immediately. With your support we were hoping to transform our idea into something life changing! Please feel free to email us back. Have a great day and thank you for your time! :)

Posted by Allen De Leon | October 11, 2011 11:16 AM

Ellen, you are the best person ever! Your show always inspires me and what you do for others is absolutely amazing! I would love to meet you someday and be able to see your show! I would cry if I met you!

The interview you did with Sherrie Gahn was the best story ever! I want to go to Vegas now just to meet this amazing principal. My son attends a school that has many families in poverty and I would love to be able to start something small at least since I don't have the money myself to do what Sherrie does, as I'm a single parent myself. I know what its like to struggle, but it breaks my heart to see how bad off those children are at her school! I'm very blessed compared to what they are going through. Makes me think twice about being grateful for what I do have.

I LOVE YOU ELLEN and Sherrie is amazing! I feel like I need to do something now.

Posted by Chrystal | September 13, 2011 10:25 PM

Sherrie is so inspiring. I feel like hopping on a Plane to Texas and giving her a big hug. What she does for those children, is amazing! Most teachers don't even care where they get food from, let alone where they live. This is why I watch the Ellen Show!!!!

Posted by Shireen.M | September 13, 2011 6:07 AM

I enjoyed the clip and have heard this story for about 10 years. We have very good friends, retired school people, who now live in Vegas and have dedicated their lives to volunteering for this program. I was disappointed that Sherri didn't once mention the people who help make all of this happen.

Posted by Barb | September 13, 2011 12:53 AM

Sherrie Gahn is truly an amazing and wonderful human being! These children are the future of our country. I am sure she has already inspired many. Thank you Ellen for bringing such stories to our attention! Now we can help!

Posted by Kelly King | September 12, 2011 11:16 PM

thank you for your aaaaamazing story on sherrie gahn. what a beautiful heart she has.
working as a rn with homeless men and woman on a daily basis, it's heart breaking to see adults experiance homelessness, let alone young children. what an incredible way to start this season! bless you ellen and thank you for ALWAYS putting a smile on my face and warmth in my heart.
blessings, nancy

Posted by nancy pfaff | September 12, 2011 5:33 PM

Hi Ellen Just 26 years old. Sherrie Gahn story inspiration me so much!! im watching the show and tears was coming down still emotional!!!! i know my calling is to help people. When i see kids like this something just take over me. SHERRIE U ARE A AWESOME!!! PERSON THANK YOU FOR INSPIRATION ME!!!

Posted by sondra | September 12, 2011 4:01 PM

This just give me goose bumps about a wonderful, thoughtful person and the wonderful job she is doing to help these children along with their parents also. She is truly amazing.

Posted by Kathie Hilgenberg/ Sheboygan, WI | September 12, 2011 3:38 PM

I was in tears when I heard this touching story. The thought of kids not having food or the security of knowing they have a warm home to go to is very very sad. I am so glad there are special people in the world who have so much heart!! I can only hope that many others follow in her footsteps!!! Thank you Ellen for bringing this story to the public and also for getting Target on board!!!!

The 2nd gift was a backpack filled with books and supplies for each child!!

Posted by Jennifer Fusco | September 12, 2011 3:20 PM

Sherri Gahn's story had me in tears. What an inspiration she is. Thank you, Ellen, for sharing her with us.

By the way, what was the last gift that was presented to Sherri? Our local station cut to breaking news and we missed it.

Posted by Janet Culbertson | September 12, 2011 2:58 PM

I can't get the clip to play and missed it on TV due to techical problems.

Posted by Tina | September 12, 2011 2:50 PM

I just found this site after sending an e-mail. I just want to say that I couldn't agree more than with all the good things people are saying about Sherrie Gahn. The world sure does need more selfless people like her. She is a true inspiration to everybody.

Posted by karen Hadfield canada | September 12, 2011 2:49 PM

I watched Ellen's show today and I am humbled by Sherrie Gahn. I donated to a local charity that helps children similar to what Sherrie does. This show inspired me to give more. Each time Ellen has this kind of inspiration I will give to a charity. Thank you Ellen.

Posted by Diane | September 12, 2011 2:28 PM

This woman is truly amazing! What a wonderful thing she has done for many of her students at her school in Nevada. We need more people like her & Ellen in the world, and it would be such a better place. Thank-you Ellen and Target for helping her out. God Bless you all.

Posted by June | September 12, 2011 2:26 PM

Ellen,
You continue to amaze me and I thank you for bringing such amazing stories to our attention. I am so excited for Sherrie Gahn and what she will be able to now accomplish with your help. It is truly amazing what we can do when we come together! Thank you!!!

Posted by Bryan Warren | September 12, 2011 2:11 PM

Sherri must also have a wonderful supportive staff .

Posted by Judy Kavanagh | September 12, 2011 1:50 PM