Number of Participants: 25
Hours Donated: 4
Value of Time Served: $845
Event Amount Raised: $500
Event Type: Children & Youth
Sport: Schools
Date: May 3, 2022
Location:
Lynbrook
NY, USA
About:
Students at Waverly Park Elementary School in the Lynbrook Public School District got a first-hand experience learning about and understanding those that live with a disability thanks to a special guest.
Joe Slaninka, a coordinator for The Viscardi Center who was born with spina bifida, spoke with students about his disability and shared how he lives an active lifestyle. Mr. Slaninka showed students how he exercises, travels and plays basketball, sometimes using special equipment. With a second wheelchair, students also sat and practiced moving around.
The Waverly Park PTA also presented a $500 donation to the Henry Viscardi School Student Council. Students handed the giant check to Mr. Slaninka at the end of his presentation.
Photo caption:
- Students at Waverly Park Elementary School learned about living with a disability from Joe Slaninka, a coordinator for The Viscardi Center.
- Mr. Slaninka brought along a wheelchair for students to practice using.
- Fun was had as students learned how to move in a wheelchair.
- Mr. Slaninka showed students how he exercises and plays various sports. While in a wheelchair, students took turns passing him a basketball.
- The Waverly Park PTA donated $500 to the Henry Viscardi School Student Council.
Photos courtesy of Lynbrook Public Schools
