Students raise funds for SafeNights

Friday, June 26, 2009

Click here to enlarge this photo Submitted photo Pictured are Diane Warren, LifeStyles' center director; Ray Lenhart, McDonough High School's student service learning teacher, students Stephen Hilson, Sydney Atchison, Madelyn Mazzeo, Nick Delacruz and Ariel Thomas and Brenda Nussberger, administrative assistant for LifeStyles. E-Mail This Article | Print This Story

Maurice J. McDonough High School students presented a $6,900 check to LifeStyles of Maryland on June 18, to benefit Charles County's homeless population.

The money was raised through a fundraising walk at the school on May 13.

Arranged by students completing their service-learning graduation requirement, the idea was sparked following a presentation by a May 6 presentation by LifeStyles staff at the school during which information was given about the organization and how the "Safe Nights" and other homeless-centered programs impacts the lives of many, from young to old.

Students also had to write reflective essays about homelessness.