As part of an annual tradition, students and staff at Giblyn helped to
raise awareness of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, and offered their
support for patients by welcoming the ALS Ride for Life group to their
school.
Giblyn, is in its fourth year participating in the fundraiser, presented
a check for $2,100 to Ride for Life and founder Chris Pendergast.
Students performed encouraging songs and displayed signs and banners of
encouragement for the riders, who recently completed a journey from
Yankee Stadium to Washington, D.C. in commemoration of its first ride 20
years ago.
The check presentation was a follow-up to the group’s visit to Giblyn in
the fall, which provided students with information and background about
ALS and Ride for Life. Both events are designed to supplement the
school’s ongoing character education, and teach students about the
importance of perseverance, compassion and hope.