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Students raise funds and awareness for less fortunate
Oct 31, 2001 8:00 AM
By Stefan Eady - Faculty
The Middle School students rose to the challenge when it came to supporting the American Red Cross in their efforts to help the victims and families affected by the events of September 11. Students held a Stucco Day and raised over $200. Many students purchased t-shirts with an American flag and the words, “United we stand.” Over half of the cost of the shirts went to relief efforts in New York and Washington D.C.
"Since the attack on September 11, starting the school day with the pledge of allegiance has given students a moment to reflect on how blest we are in this country," Sally MacLeod, Middle School assistant principal said. Students also reflected on what this country means to them and wrote these words onto flags that were proudly displayed on their lockers.
Middle School students are also aware of other problems that affect people around the world. Marlowe Brant, seventh grade, brought a collection box for Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF. She reminded seventh graders that $1 buys a polio vaccine for two children. “Overall, our students are very caring and willing to share the many blessings they have,” Nancy Ivester, Middle School teacher said. “They realize how fortunate they are to live in America and to be able to attend Darlington and have what so much more than many students their age.”
"Since the attack on September 11, starting the school day with the pledge of allegiance has given students a moment to reflect on how blest we are in this country," Sally MacLeod, Middle School assistant principal said. Students also reflected on what this country means to them and wrote these words onto flags that were proudly displayed on their lockers.
Middle School students are also aware of other problems that affect people around the world. Marlowe Brant, seventh grade, brought a collection box for Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF. She reminded seventh graders that $1 buys a polio vaccine for two children. “Overall, our students are very caring and willing to share the many blessings they have,” Nancy Ivester, Middle School teacher said. “They realize how fortunate they are to live in America and to be able to attend Darlington and have what so much more than many students their age.”
