Students at Dufferin Christian School proved that small steps can lead to big impact during their first Terry Fox Run on Oct. 8.
Inspired by the motto “You don’t have to be great to start, but you have to start to be great,” the school’s Student Leadership Team set out with a $500 fundraising goal — and surpassed it nearly eightfold, collecting an impressive $3,943.05 for cancer research.
“Cancer has touched many of our families and friends, so participating in the Terry Fox Run was a wonderful choice and an opportunity to make a difference together,” said student services coordinator Avery Linde.
The event capped off the school’s Healthy Living Week, which encouraged students from Kindergarten through Grade 12 to stay active and engaged through sensory activities, poster-making, and practice runs in gym class.
On run day, students from every grade took to the track, each completing a distance suited to their level. The day ended with a lively teachers’ race — costumes included — bringing laughter and cheers from the crowd.
A heartfelt thank-you was extended to the Elementary Student Leadership Team for their enthusiasm and hard work in organizing the fundraiser and rallying school spirit behind a cause that continues to inspire Canadians coast to coast. The school hopes to make the Terry Fox Run an annual event, continuing the tradition of giving back and honouring Terry’s legacy through action and compassion.
