Last night at the Ford School there was a cornucopia of excitement with the symbiotic pairing of a parent-teacher night with the Highlands Coalition, Inc.'s Healthy Harvest. Close to 700 people attended this Open House where they got to learn both what is going on with their child academically and socially what is going on in their community.
The Highlands Coalition, Inc. put a strong focus on a healthy lifestyle beginning with a healthy dose of vegetables from their award winning International Garden (They captured seven ribbons at this year's Topsfield Fair) and ranging to flu shots provided by Lynn Health Dept. The importance of this healthy lifestyle was underscored by Sen. Tom McGee who was in attendance.
Tours were given of the garden to all interested parents, dignitaries, and other guests in attendance. I was fortunate enough to be able to take my tour with LSC member Rick Starbard who was in attendance. We got to see how all of this growth blends seamlessly into the curriculum. Also present was LSC member John Ford. Unfortunately Dr. Latham, although invited, was not present to witness this outpouring of community interest.
Lynn City Councilman Paul Crowley present David Gass of the Highlands Coaliion, Inc. with an award on behalf of the city to the Highlands Coalition. The award was a token of appreciation for all the benefit the garden and the Highlands Coalition has been to the community. City Councilmen Collucci and Crighton were also in attendance.
Mayor Kennedy where were you? Since you chair the LSC your presence at such an important community and school festivity was sorely missed.
THIS IS WHAT A COMMUNITY SCHOOL IS ALL ABOUT!
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