Addison Trail freshman Jennifer Garcia contributed to this article
From Oct. 12 to 15, Addison Trail hosted a Go Pink Week as part of District 88’s 13th annual Go Pink or Go Home initiative, which raises money for breast cancer awareness and research.
Many Addison Trail athletic teams and clubs – including Flags and Baton, Blazettes, Cheerleaders, L.A.D.I.E.S., Orchesis, Girls Volleyball, Student Council, Football and Boys Soccer – hosted events and fundraisers to raise money for the Breast Cancer Quality of Life Surveillance Program with Elmhurst Hospital and the Nancy W. Knowles Center for Cancer Care, as well as the 5th Annual Go Pink Breast Cancer Awareness Scholarship - In Memory of Elizabeth Clifford (Addison Trail special education teacher).
This year’s final proceeds are still being calculated, and initiatives included:
“This month holds a special place in my heart, as my mother is a survivor,” said Jack Andrews, Addison Trail Principal. “Through all of these events, we are reminded of all the doctors and nurses who work to save these individuals, as well as the survivors, those who lost their battle and all those impacted by breast cancer. To the survivors and those who have lost someone to this horrible disease, we are with you. Thank you to all the groups that put together an amazing month and truly raised awareness in the fight against breast cancer.”