$10,000 raised at concert
A variety show put on by staff in the Croton-Harmon schools raised $10,000 to help kids attend after-school activities. It was done in the memory of a school aide who died of cancer last year, Fran Perez.
Here’s a write-up about the event from the district:
Faculty, administrators and support staff from throughout the Croton-Harmon School District recently joined together at the Croton-Harmon High School auditorium for a wonderful cause. Close to 50 colleagues, close friends and other volunteers collaborated to present Perez-A-Palooza, two entertaining shows filled with more than 20 comedy, music and dance skits, complete with several special surprises which raised a combined total of $10,000!
Organized by the staff at Carrie E. Tompkins (CET) Elementary School, Perez-A-Palooza received an overwhelming amount of support from staff and community members, as evidenced by the large turnout. All of the proceeds from the ticket sales, raffle, DVD sales (of the event) and PTA and SEPTA bake sale were donated to the Fran Perez Memorial Scholarship.
Ms. Perez, who recently passed away, was beloved by her colleagues and students for her kindness, courage, strength, humor and passion. She served as an aide at CET and for many years was a strong supporter of CET’s after-school programs, recognizing the need for student enrichment programs. The Fran Perez Memorial Scholarship Fund, along with generous donations from the Perez family, will enable more students to participate in such programs. Members of the Perez family were in attendance for the event.
Teachers and staff during the big finale.
C.E.T. Principal Kelly Maloney performs as Lady Gaga.
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