Schools in Bluewater District School Board are being recognized for their efforts in achieving a remarkable board wide fundraising milestone. Through the many Terry Fox School Run events that schools have coordinated annually, more than $672,350 has been raised to date in supporting the fight against cancer.

To mark this accomplishment, the Terry Fox Foundation has awarded Bluewater District School Board with a $650,000 milestone plaque. These commemorative keepsakes are provided to supporting organizations at every $50,000 interval to highlight their generosity and loyalty to the cause.

Topping the list of schools in funds raised to date are Beaver Valley Community School in Thornbury with more than $204,370 over 14 runs, followed by Arran-Tara Elementary School in Tara with more than $53,100 through 19 runs. In Port Elgin, both Saugeen District Secondary and Port Elgin-Saugeen Central Schools have raised in excess of $28,600 (17 runs) and $20,360 (15 runs), respectively. Walkerton District Community School has totaled more than $23,770 (12 runs), while Hepworth Central Public School has collected over $21,800 (15 runs). Thirty-nine other schools and facilities have also worked hard within their communities to fundraise varying amounts each year.

“We are tremendously proud of the commitment by our schools in Bluewater District School Board, who continue to support a cause that is so important to so many of us. The deep compassion and dedication shown by our students, staff, and families in coordinating Terry Fox School Run events are well reflected in this amazing milestone recognition, which we are thrilled to celebrate,” says Director of Education Alana Murray.

source: media release, BWDSB