The perpetually troubled Lindsay Lohan still has nearly 116 hours of community service left to fulfill as part of her penalty for a reckless driving incident back in 2012. Despite this, she has been approved to volunteer at a preschool in Brooklyn—a curious decision since parents typically prefer to keep their children away from those with a history of reckless behavior. While she won’t be transporting the kids anywhere, preschools usually vet their volunteers, and a reckless driving charge is likely a disqualifying factor.
Adding to the oddity of the situation, a few of Lohan’s fans have pitched tents outside the preschool, eagerly waiting for her arrival. Paparazzi might soon join them, especially considering her infamous track record of missing scheduled appearances. With a deadline of May 28 to complete her community service and avoid jail, Lohan has had three years to address this, yet obstacles seem to always emerge.
A staff member at the preschool commented that Lohan has volunteered there before and that her time was positive. One child fondly remembered her saying, “She was nice and she had freckles. She sang songs, and we did all the dance steps.”
I must admit, I still have a soft spot for Lindsay Lohan. The pressures of fame seemed to take a toll on her, but she undeniably showcased her talent as a natural actress. Beyond films like Mean Girls and The Parent Trap, I recall her captivating performance in her very first role on the soap opera Another World. She was only 10, yet she effortlessly owned her character, something many seasoned soap actors struggle with.
So, perhaps her presence at the preschool could be enjoyable, and it’s said that her role will focus on administrative tasks and arts and crafts. However, it raises an intriguing question: Should working at a preschool be a form of community service? While parents typically don’t have the opportunity to approve volunteers, wouldn’t they deserve a say if someone like Lohan were to engage with their young ones? Moreover, is it appropriate for community service to involve working with children when even parent volunteers undergo rigorous background checks? Shouldn’t we be cautious about allowing individuals to volunteer only because they are trying to avoid jail time?
On the bright side, at least it’s not Charlie Sheen.
This article was originally published on May 13, 2015.
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Summary:
The article discusses Lindsay Lohan’s volunteering at a Brooklyn preschool while still owing community service hours from a previous reckless driving charge. It raises questions about the appropriateness of using such volunteer work as a form of punishment, particularly in environments involving children. Despite her troubled past, some still see potential in her, recalling her early acting talent.