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Pretty in Pink: Buehrle Academy Unites for Breast Cancer Awareness

This October, in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the staff at Buehrle Academy showed their support by engaging in…
October 29, 2024
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This October, in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the staff at Buehrle Academy showed their support by engaging in a variety of activities, including joining the annual local walk, “Pink Lancaster,” organized by Advantage Lancaster.

For many at Buehrle Academy, students and faculty alike, this cause is personal. It holds special significance for those who have lost loved ones or are supporting friends and family battling cancer. Every Wednesday throughout the month, the staff proudly donned pink t-shirts to raise awareness for breast cancer and show solidarity for those affected by this disease. The vibrant pink shirts serve as a symbol of Buehrle Academy’s connection to the Lancaster community and its commitment to increasing awareness about cancer.

On Saturday, October 19, staff members, along with their families, took part in the Breast Cancer Awareness Walk, an event that united the Lancaster community in a powerful show of support. The staff also designed signs with encouraging messages, offering words of hope and support for walkers, attendees, and passersby.

Participating in “Pink Lancaster” was a meaningful way for the school to honor those affected by cancer and to also stand beside them in their journeys, making a positive impact together.
For more information on breast cancer awareness, visit the National Breast Cancer Foundation at nationalbreastcancer.org.

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