Several students and staff from Moody Elementary School in White Hall jumped in to support Special Olympics Arkansas on Feb. 28 during the Polar Plunge at the Carl A. Redus Jr. Aquatic Center in Pine Bluff.
Moody Elementary was recognized as the top fundraising group for the plunge that funds Special Olympics Arkansas, donating $775 at the event; with continued donations, its total has now reached $795, according to the news release.
“The Polar Plunge is an opportunity for individuals and organizations to jump in and make a difference for athletes across Arkansas, benefiting more than 20,000 Special Olympics Arkansas athletes who compete and train year-round in 15 different sports. One hundred percent of every donation goes directly to Special Olympics Arkansas,” according to a news release.
This effort was led by Moody’s Great Girl and Great Guy Clubs, open to any fifth grader who wants to join. These clubs focus on giving back through monthly meetings, community speakers and hands-on service projects.
“This spring, students chose to support our inclusion classmates through the Polar Plunge, which was very personal to them since they learn alongside these students each day. They are already planning to attend the upcoming Special Olympics track and field meet to continue cheering on and supporting their peers,” according to the release.