The Harvey School Makes Strides against Breast Cancer

It was another hugely successful event at Manhattanville College Sunday, October 16, when a team from The Harvey School joined the thousands who participated in the American Cancer Society’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk. Jason Ecker, a senior and the founding member of Team Harvey, captained a group of about 50 upper and middle school students who made the five-mile walk around the Manhattanville campus in Purchase.

Jason said, “The theme for this walk was, ‘Yes, one person can make a difference’ and each of the supporters did.” He said, “A big thank you goes out to all of Team Harvey’s supporters.”

Community Service Club advisor Mark Brandon praised Jason for “doing a great job of organizing Harvey’s participation and for pushing the fundraising efforts.” Mr. Brandon said this year’s efforts raised almost $5,000, most of which came from pledges and the rest from school bake sales and Dress Down Day collections.

Mr. Brandon said the event provided everyone the opportunity to enjoy “a wonderful day in an incredible atmosphere with thousands walking to make strides against breast cancer.” He said, “It was so inspiring to walk with people who had lost loved ones to cancer or to listen to the stories of those who have survived.” Joining Mr. Brandon from the faculty were history teacher, Dr. Amy Gignesi, Spanish teacher Rosana Lindoro, and Japanese teacher Tim Cornell.

Since its formation three years ago, Team Harvey has raised over $10,000 for Making Strides.