THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, APRIL 11, 2025 Page 13 A.C. Whelan School honors 36 students for exemplifying mindfulness L By Melissa Moore-Randall ast week, 36 students at A.C. Whelan were honored for exemplifying Mindfulness in their daily actions and interactions. These students consistently modeled calm focus, self-awareness and thoughtful choices, serving as mindful role models in their classrooms and beyond. This round of nominations came from classroom teachers, who recognized students for their ability to stay present, regulate emotions and lead by example with intention and care. To celebrate this special achievement, students participated in a unique “Glowga” session — glow-in-the-dark mindfulness yoga! In a calming, glowing environment, students engaged in breathing exercises, mindful movement and quiet refl ection to tered makes a powerful diff erence in our school community. The following students The 36 students honored at the A.C. Whelan School for exemplifying mindfulness celebrate the power of being present. In addition, each student received a heartfelt parent letter from the staff member who nominated them recognizing their mindfulness, a classroom award to proudly display in their learning space and a Mindfulness Prize Pack fi lled with items symbolizing calm, refl ection and focus. This celebration reminded everyone that taking time to slow down, breathe and stay cenwere recognized: Liam Turcios Fuentes, Esmeralda Enamorado, Alilah Alonso, Dylan Howe, Sofi a Gough, Daniel Alarcon, Gabriela De Los Santos, Calina Granados, Ethan Hernandez-Morris, Lorenzo Licata, Jackson Espada, Emily Urils, Ashtin McFadden, Fair Bouhajbane, Lukas Rosa, Aya Damin Moraes, Laura Brito, Eloah Ramalho, Davi Lucas De Souza, Giancarlos Guerrero Ayala, Dominic Bastianeli, Jason Marenco Calderon, Jason Lopez Erazo, Thomas Remolina Arevalo, Lynton Berke, Addie Malfy, Isabella Rosen-Acevedo, Alondra Chan, Ashley Rivera Aguire, Aaron Subvado Rosas, Sophie Juric, Brianna Munguia Garcia, Skyler Tran, Olivia Urils, Santos Rivas Gonzalez and Leila Maxime. A.C. Whelan students enjoying yoga during their monthly celebration Revere resident leads Team Young Lung, honored with ‘Dana-Farber Employee Rookie of the Year’ award by Jimmy Fund Walk Team Young Lung recognized for dedication to The Jimmy Fund, supporting adult and pediatric patient care and cancer research at Dana-Farber T eam Young Lung was recognized with the Dana-Farber Employee Rookie of the Year award for their outstanding efforts for the Jimmy Fund Walk Presented by Hyundai. Team Young Lung was among a select group of awardees recognized for their fundraising and commitment to the 36th Jimmy Fund Walk, which was held last October. Last year was another exceptional year, with nearly $9.4 million raised for adult and pediatric cancer care and research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. More than 8,400 walkers and 1,000 volunteers came together for the event. Among them was Team Young Lung, a fi rst-time team that raised more than $23,000 in 2024. Led by Narjust Florez, MD, a Revere, Mass., resident, the team walks to support young patients diagnosed with lung cancer. They champion specialized care and research tailored to their unique needs, working tirelessly to ensure they receive timely diagnoses and access to cutting-edge treatments. “Every year, we witness the profound commitment, passion, and dedication from individuals who unite against cancer to support this event. Their eff orts raise funds that advance critical research and exceptional patient care at Dana-Farber,” said The Jimmy Fund Vice President Caitlin Fink. “Team Young Lung has demonstrated a strong commitment to defying cancer and exemplifi es the spirit of this event. We are proud to honor Team Young Lung with the Rookie of the Year award to recognize all they do for DanaFarber and the Jimmy Fund.” In 2024 participants had the option to choose from four distances along the Boston Marathon® course: a 5K walk from Dana-Farber, a 10K walk from Newton, a Half Marathon walk from Wellesley or the full Boston Marathon route starting in Hopkinton. Walkers could also participate virtually in their own communities. Over its 36-year history, the Boston Marathon® Jimmy Fund Walk Presented by Hyundai has raised more than $185 million for Dana-Farber. Funds raised TEAM YOUNG LUNG | SEE Page 21
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