SRW Raises Over $19,000 through Walk-a-Thon
Rain and wind did not deter the students of Ss. Robert and William Catholic School as they took to the streets on Friday, October 3, 2014 for the very first SRW Walk-a-Thon. The goal of the Walk-a-Thon was not only to encourage physical fitness among our students, but also to encourage the spirit of working together to earn money for a specific cause. The funds from this year’s Walk-a-Thon were designated for the construction of a new playground to be built in the Spring of 2015. The students were excited to be a part of the efforts to make this dream become a reality.This playground will offer a safe and fun area to play, as currently they only have access to blacktop at recess and after school.
Each grade level from Kindergarten through Grade 8 promised to walk for one hour to raise money for the construction of the new playground. They solicited pledges from family members, friends, and businesses. 55 parents and grandparents joined the students and teachers, volunteering to walk or work at the several stations set up in the path of the walk which included hula hoops, jump ropes, water, and pictures. Spirits were high and the energy was contagious!
It is with great pride that we can proclaim that the goal has been reached! With 46% family participation over $19,000 was collected. In the Spring of 2015, the Elin Cooke Memorial Playground, named after Elin Cooke, a parent who was instrumental in the planning stages of the project and recently lost her battle with cancer, will be built on the grounds of Ss. Robert and William Catholic School. The support from this amazing community will touch the lives of many children for years to come.