Pretty in pink -- JVS staffers from left: Kim Wooley, Jane Murphy, Sandy Walker, Jennifer Karbler and Pam Mitchell.

November 18, 2009 -- Armed with the knowledge that over 200,000 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer this year, the Lorain County JVS supported an initiative to increase awareness of this disease and raise money for research efforts.

JVS English teacher Sandy Walker coordinated the fundraising event. "The students and staff were extremely generous," stated Walker. "Staff members donated $5.00 to wear jeans on the Lee National Denim Day and students donated $1 and wore pink instead of their school uniforms that day."

Over $800 was collected and will be donated to the Lee National Denim Day Foundation to support breast cancer research, outreach, and education.

"Cancer knows no boundaries," continued Walker. "We want everyone in our school to be knowledgeable about the early detection signs of breast cancer and aware of the importance of living a healthy lifestyle."