On Monday, April 4, the Middle Country Boys Varsity Lacrosse team collaborated with the Special Education Department to host a Goals of Giving event at Centereach High School. The team played against the Boys Varsity Lacrosse team from North Babylon.
“Our athletes, students, and staff members did an amazing job spreading the word and raising funds to help our students with disabilities,” said Dr. Roberta Gerold, superintendent of schools. “This is what our school district is about, coming together to give back to our community. It was heartwarming to see all those who took the time to participate and help make this event possible!”
The money raised at the Goals of Giving event will go to build communication boards for Stagecoach Elementary School, Eugene Auer Memorial Elementary School, North Coleman Road Elementary School, and Hawkins Path Elementary School. The communication boards will be placed in the schools’ playgrounds for students with disabilities. These boards will help non-verbal students communicate with their peers and teachers while promoting an inclusive environment for all. Many of these students rely on an electronic device to communicate their wants and needs and the boards will allow them to play in their school’s playground when their own devices are not easily accessible. The Goals of Giving event raised a total of $8,730.65.