At Shelton High School, wearing a pink T-shirt was not enough to raise awareness of breast cancer – some students went as far as dyeing their hair.
“My hair will be permanently dyed pink for at least a few weeks,” said high school senior Alexandra Koumbaros.
School resource officer Mary Beth White, a breast cancer survivor, said she was stunned when the school principal called out her name in the middle of a spirit rally today.
“I didn’t expect any of this. I had no idea they were going to recognize me in this way, so it’s emotional,” said White.
Students cheered as the principal, Dr. Beth Smith, handed White flowers and gave her a hug.
“We are just so thrilled that she is here with us today and we just wanted to make it special and recognize her,” Smith said.
In less than a week, students raised nearly $5,000 for the Valley Goes Pink, a local initiative to fight breast cancer.
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“Everyone here has a good time while helping a great cause,” said Charles O’Keefe.
White said it means the world to her knowing the students she works to protect, are also looking out for her.
“To see everyone donate money and paint their hair, it’s really a great cause and I just hope that one day we can live in a world without breast cancer,” she said.
