Friday, February 19th from 9:00 pm to 7:00 am Saturday, February 20th, 380 students and 30 staff members participated in the YS 2016 Mini-THON to support the Four Diamonds Fund. Each year, the Four Diamonds Fund directly supports approximately 600 children with cancer and cancer research through Penn State Hershey Children’s Hospital.
Astonishingly, YS exceeded their goal of $50,000 by raising a grand total of $60,058.16
Student Council leaders Devon Hornberger and Bailey Cross and countless volunteers organized events such as: talent show, lip sync competitions, dance-offs, sports tournaments, painting, crafts, cupcake decorating, food-eating competitions, class competitions, and of course, dancing, to keep students moving throughout the night.
Faculty Advisor, Oliver Good, shared the following message:
“I cannot put into words how proud I am of the students and the YS community. The support given by the administration, staff, and parents allows us to continue to not only reach our goals but smash them! I am so proud of my student leaders who worked year round through blood, sweat, and tears to make Mini-THON a success. From the YS student council we would like to thank the entire YS community for their constant support of a cause that is greater than ourselves. For the kids!”