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Kids Step Out As Holmes School In Darien Hosts Walk-a-thon

DARIEN, Conn. -- Students at Holmes School in Darien participated in the "Let's Move" walk-a-thon sponsored by the Holmes School PTO.  

Sophie McCleary gives a high-five to the Holmes Hawk.

Sophie McCleary gives a high-five to the Holmes Hawk.

 Photo Credit: Courtesy of Christina Gallagan
Holmes School principal Paula Bleakley welcomes first-graders to the walk-a-thon.

Holmes School principal Paula Bleakley welcomes first-graders to the walk-a-thon.

 Photo Credit: Courtesy of Christina Gallagan
First-graders Julia Washburn, Elle Schaller, Elsa Balderach, and Delilah Johnson walk hand-in-hand.

First-graders Julia Washburn, Elle Schaller, Elsa Balderach, and Delilah Johnson walk hand-in-hand.

 Photo Credit: Courtesy of Christina Gallagan
Third-graders Cooper Kelley, Connor Blenke, Kathryn Reynolds, Bridget Fitzgerald and Katie Lindell pose after getting refreshments.

Third-graders Cooper Kelley, Connor Blenke, Kathryn Reynolds, Bridget Fitzgerald and Katie Lindell pose after getting refreshments.

Photo Credit: Courtesy of Christina Gallagan
Third-graders Will Sonnenblick and Aven Mallie show off their school spirit wear, with Sarah Donnelly, Brooke Bodick and Chloe Leimgruber in the background.

Third-graders Will Sonnenblick and Aven Mallie show off their school spirit wear, with Sarah Donnelly, Brooke Bodick and Chloe Leimgruber in the background.

 Photo Credit: Courtesy of Christina Gallagan
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The walk-a-thon took place on Sept. 26 on the Holmes School playground and focused on making healthy choices and staying active. 

Students were able to solicit pledges for the walk-a-thon from friends and family. All of the proceeds from the event will go directly toward school programs for Holmes students to enjoy.

Faculty and parents attended to cheer on the participants.

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