Charity Bash

For the last 2 weeks of school in December, Lake Zurich High School tries to raise money for a charity. Each year, a different charity is chosen based on nominations from students. Lauren nominated Make-A-Wish and, based on her essay, that was the charity chosen. At the assembly to kick things off, Lauren made a speech and our family was highlighted in a video. They gave a brief account of Lauren's story and then encouraged the student body to "make a difference."

Activities designed to raise money included a human foosball game, silent auctions, bake sales, talent show, T-Shirt sales, duct tape teachers to the walls, penny wars, $2000 day, and a dance.

The grand total was $45,632!!

Think of the wishes that will grant. What a way to start off our holiday celebrating.