Daly Elementary School honored World Diabetes Day with a school wide fundraiser to support Type 1 diabetes research and awareness, a tradition that began years ago with fifth grader Anthony P.
Diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at the end of kindergarten, Anthony took it upon himself to start educating others by organizing a special spirit day in first grade. What began as a way to explain his condition to his classmates has since grown to involve the entire Daly Elementary community.
In second grade, Anthony expanded the fundraiser, transforming it into a schoolwide event where students and staff wear blue and/or pajamas to show solidarity with those affected by diabetes. Over the past few years, this initiative has raised nearly $3,000 for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF), funding important research to advance treatment and find a cure.
“Anthony’s courage and commitment have inspired everyone at Daly,” said Lucia Laguarda, Principal of Daly Elementary School. “He has turned his own experience into a powerful way to educate and unite our community, and we are incredibly proud to support him in this effort.”
Anthony’s story serves as a reminder of the positive impact one student can make. Daly Elementary School is proud to support his mission and encourage all students to learn about World Diabetes Day.
Anthony with his current and former teachers.
Anthony making morning announcements about the school wide fundraiser with Daly's principal, Ms. Laguarda.
Daly students wearing blue on 11/14/2024.
