ELIDA, Ohio (WLIO) - Elida High School student organizations joined forces to raise money in the fight against cancer, hosting the annual "Laps for Life" event at the school’s track.
Booths hosted by several school groups and teams offered face painting, potted flower sales, and custom flavored water stations.
Students from the Elida National Honor Society led the effort, drawing both students and community members to the event. Booths hosted by several school groups and teams offered face painting, potted flower sales, and custom flavored water stations. Participants earned raffle tickets for each lap they completed, with chances to win a variety of prizes. Cancer affects every community, and Elida’s students are committed to making a difference.
"I think it's really important, because not only does it like bring awareness and it brings funds, all that kind of stuff to help find cures, but also it just shows the sense of community, and it just kind of brings everyone together in a way that shows that we care about things that matter," said Sophia Broshes, senior NHS student at Elida.
"I think it's really nice to see all like everyone come out and support because I know a lot of people here have been affected by cancer, and I have so I just think it's really nice to see everyone come out and support," said Mason Troyer, senior NHS student at Elida.
All proceeds from the event will benefit the American Cancer Society’s cancer research efforts.
