Each
year, people at Kernersville Elementary School participate in the American
Cancer Society’s Relay for Life.
Data manager Kathi Amrich and teacher Leanna Self serve as team
captains. This year, Amrich received the Outstanding Volunteer Award. The school also received a
first-place award for raising $6,757.84.
“We
are the No. 1 fund-raising team for the Kernersville Relay,” Amrich said. “We
were also recognized with a trophy for Packing the Track.”
That
goes to the team that had the most members stay the longest the night of the
relay.
The
school is also sponsoring a student fundraiser. The theme is “More Happily Ever
After’s.”
“It
teaches the children that even one small act can have an impact on many
people,” Amrich said. “It’s amazing how the students have come together and can
relate with having family members who have had or currently have cancer. Not
only do they raise money but it invites discussion as to why we do this
and who it impacts.
“During
the Relay we celebrate, we remember and support those that are in the battle.
Together we have one goal, to create a world with no more cancer.”
With
the student fundraiser, they’re selling smiley faces for 25 cents each. The
class that has the most smiley faces at the end of the fundraiser will win a
treat party and some Relay for Life prizes.
Over
the years, Kernersville Elementary School has raised more than $100,000.00 in
the fight against cancer.
“We
are very proud of that accomplishment,” Amrich said.
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