With a mission to serve others, Sam Houston Middle School’s National Junior Honor Society is helping the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society save lives through cancer research, treatment, etc. The group set a goal to raise $4,000 and recently exceeded it with a total of $4,288.
“I like helping others because it feels good to give back,” said one NJHS member.
The club has spent the year selling candy to reach their fundraising target. Members also shared the importance of supporting the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s work. That message is personal for NJHS sponsor and Sam Houston Teacher of the Year Teresa Walker.
“CJ died in 2014 at the age of 14. He had an eight-month battle with Leukemia,” she explained. “I sent a card and called sometimes but always wanted to do more. Almost daily on Facebook, Pam posts something about how she loves and misses CJ and wishes he was still here. I never post on Facebook, but today I will so Pam knows the Sam Houston National Junior Honor Society wants to help in the cure for this awful disease.”
Meeting in the library before school last month, students presented their donation.
“When we talk with patients about what you guys are doing, they always say that you all are the real heroes. Thank you for your incredible support,” commented Leukemia and Lymphoma Society representative Amy Bailey.
Information and photo provided by Garland ISD.
About LLS: The mission of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) is: Cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s disease and myeloma, and improve the quality of life of patients and their families.
LLS exists to find cures and ensure access to treatments for blood cancer patients. We are the voice for all blood cancer patients and we work to ensure access to treatments for all blood cancer patients.