This year marks the 10th anniversary of Waverly Elementary School hosting the St. Baldrick’s Event, a special occasion dedicated to raising funds for childhood cancer research. So far, the event has successfully raised over $15,000, demonstrating the incredible generosity and commitment of the Waverly community.

A particularly heartfelt moment of the event was honoring Brody Canestro, a Waverly student who battled cancer as a 4-month-old and is now thriving. His story served as a powerful reminder of the importance of supporting childhood cancer research.

To show their solidarity, several participants bravely shaved their heads, with assistance from the talented Sachem East cosmetology team. This year’s participants included five students, one teacher and a parent:

* Flynn Messina (fifth grade).
* Justin Olsen (third grade).
* Ryan Olitsky (third grade).
* Brandon Johnson (third grade).
* Jack Macchio (second grade).
* Greg Olsen (parent).
* Jack Ackerman (staff).

The event was a touching display of community spirit and support, highlighting Waverly’s ongoing commitment to making a difference in the fight against childhood cancer.

Click here to view the Waverly Celebrates 10 Years of Hosting St. Baldrick’s Event slideshow.

Date Added: 3/21/2025