Congratulations to Team Maplewood for their hard work and dedication helping an important cause that’s very close to their hearts!  A team of 40 strong didn’t let the rain stop them as they took part in Maggie’s Sunset S’more-K - a 4K cross country race at Sunken Meadow State Park on Saturday, September 28th - to benefit Maggie's Mission.  In addition to the great feeling from helping others, the other treat was the chance to make and eat s’mores! 

Maggie’s Mission supports research to find cures for pediatric cancers, and provides financial assistance to families who are affected. Maggie's Mission is a non-profit organization that was started by Maplewood teacher Steve Schmidt, who lost his daughter, Maggie, to a rare form of pediatric cancer when she was 17.  Maplewood has done so much to support their beloved teacher and his family, and every Thursday staff members wear MM gear!  

Team Maplewood raised about $3,000 for Maggie’s Mission this September through race participation, and bracelet and merchandise sales. The Maplewood family has consistently supported the charity since 2017.  They've also raised thousands doing the Maggie's Challenge fundraising initiative over the years. The organization estimates that Maplewood has raised a total of nearly $60,000 for Maggie's Mission so far.

Great job Team Maplewood members: Kristen Cuozzo, Linda Muratore, Barbara Wright, Stephanie Villanueva, Kaitlyn Keegan, Ashlyn Piercey, Jen Brendel, Jake Brendel, Kelly Gallagher, Megan Gallagher, Amy Means, Michelle Vitale, Maria Colon, Rob Dwyer, Elena Dwyer, Jenna Miranda, Marisa Palmieri, Jessica Gomez, Dermot O’Connor, Laura Panza, Steve Schmidt, Melisa Cartagena, Tonya Gonzalez, Nerilyn Rosa, Ann Marie Ardito, Nicole Rodriguez, Mary Rodriguez, Kaleigh Rodriguez, Varda Febres, Jennifer Ortiz, Kristina Ortiz, Brianna Ortiz, Kathleen Leite, Jake Leonard, Noah Castro, Liam Castro, Leah Vaughan, and Deborah Vaughan!  You make South Huntington very proud!

For more information on this important organization, visit the Maggie's Mission website.

5^th graders Emma Brunner and Olivia Cleary volunteering at the registration table. 

Team Maplewood raised about $3,000 for Maggie’s Mission this September through race participation, and bracelet and mechandise sales. 

Maplewood teacher Steve Schmidt and his 4^th grade students Lila Lopez and Leah Vaughn.

Crossing the finish line for a good cause!

Thank you to our teachers who ran and all of the participants who showed up in the rainy weather in support of Maggie’s Mission. 

Kids roasting s’mores includes 4^th grader Caroline Donofrio and 5^th grader Jules Meijer.