Number of Participants: 37
Hours Donated: 2
Value of Time Served: $2,574
Event Type: Children & Youth
Activity: Club
School: Smithtown High School-East
Date: March 31, 2026
Location:
Smithtown High School East
School Street, Saint James
NY
About:
Imagine being a kindergartener and having members of the High School East football team stop by to read you a story. Or hearing firsthand from lacrosse and cheer athletes about the power of teamwork, motivation, and believing in yourself.
That’s exactly what students at Tackan Elementary experienced Tuesday morning during a special Athletes Helping Athletes visit!
Led by Coach Greg Lauri, High School East football players spent time reading with kindergarten classes, while student-athletes shared meaningful messages about self-esteem, sportsmanship, and what it means to be a great teammate—both on and off the field.
A big thank you to Athletes Helping Athletes coordinator and health and physical education teacher Helen Flynn for bringing this inspiring experience to our youngest learners!
