Gallagher Washington, D.C. Fund Receives Donation

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Eighth-grader Gabriella Shea is an active member of the Student Council at Winthrop Middle School.  Like many others of the community, she was very upset about the passing of her adviser Miss Amy Gallagher in November of 2020.  She was determined to continue what she has learned from Amy by doing a fundraiser that would give back to the community. 

Gabby enjoys making bracelets and after a conversation with her School Adjustment Counselor Miss Miller and her parents Christa and Todd Shea, a plan was developed.  Gabby began making bracelets and her mom posted them on social media.  Gabby received 75 orders and other monetary donations.  Gabby recently presented a check for $500 to the Amy Gallagher Washington D.C. fund. This is a fund that was established to help future either graders be able to afford to go on the trip. 

Even though Gabby’s grade could not attend this year because of the pandemic, she believes just like Miss G. did, “every kid that wants to go should be able to.” Be on the lookout this summer as Gabby and her brother Joseph will be continuing their annual school supply drive, however they are expanding it.

In addition to school supplies, they will be collecting for the Winthrop Food pantry and also for the DC Fund.  They hope to have your support in August when the time arrives!