Leo F. Giblyn marks 10th year raising funds for ALS Ride for Life
Posted on 05/14/2025
Leo F. Giblyn marks 10th year raising funds for ALS Ride for Life
Freeport’s Leo F. Giblyn Elementary kicked off ALS Awareness Month with their annual visit from the ALS Ride for Life on May 12. This year marks the 10th year the organization has visited the school as part of its annual tour to raise awareness and support to find a cure for ALS.  

Students, staff and administrators gathered outside of the school holding up signs with messages of hope and proudly wearing blue and white to honor Lou Gehrig. The event began with a performance by the Giblyn Hot Steppers, while cheers of “Strike out ALS” filled the air. Then, members of the ALS Ride for Life organization spoke to the students about ALS and the importance of raising awareness and funds to find a cure.  

Following, Principal Amy Lederer announced the school raised $1,000 through its annual ALS coin drive.  

“Our students truly demonstrated the power of compassion and community,” said Principal Lederer. “Each coin collected represents not just a donation, but a commitment to making a difference in the lives of others.” 

Music teacher Ms. Shannon Abramovitz then led the school in a performance of the song, “We are the Agents of Change,” to honor the organization and show how together they can work to find a cure for ALS.  

Leo F. Giblyn Elementary remains committed to supporting the ALS Ride for Life and empowering students to be lifelong agents of change.