Jun 9th, 2010

LAKE WALES – Six students walked their way to success during Janie Howard Wilson Elementary’s recent Walk-A-Thon fundraiser, and then they rolled up more success during a celebratory bowling party.

The school’s PTO treated the top Walk-A-Thon fundraisers to a bowling party at nearby Recreation Station. Students also received game tokens, pizza and soda.

Representing grades K-2 were Evie Duval, Chloe Duval and Dawson Gibson. Representing grades 3-5 were Connor Perez, Kristina Archer and Amanda Bodley.

Evie Duval and Connor Perez were the top fundraisers in their respective grade levels. Each student won a $25 gift card to Toys R Us. As the school’s overall top fundraiser, Evie also received an MP3 player, which was donated by Camp Rosalie.

“I wanted to raise lots of money for our school so we can do fun things and learn a lot of stuff,” Evie said. Her competitive nature continued during the party at Recreation Station, when she bowled the high score.

“She was proud!” said teacher Nichole Perrett, who also serves as PTO president. “It was great to see families and students get so involved in helping the school.”

PHOTO #1:      Second grade student Evie Duval uses an unconventional bowling technique, but she still achieved the top bowling score among six students during the bowling party for top fundraisers from Janie Howard Wilson Elementary.

PHOTO #2:      Fifth grade student Connor Perez shows off his bowling style. Connor was the top Walk-A-Thon fundraiser in grades 3-5 at Janie Howard Wilson Elementary.