The tradition continued at North Middle School and Marion Street Elementary in the Lynbrook School District on May 12 as members of the charitable organization Ride for Life were warmly greeted by the community.

Students at both schools gathered outside with signs and energetic cheers to welcome representatives of Ride for Life. The community works with the organization every year to support their quest for a cure and treatment for ALS, or Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, a neurodivergent disease that affects motor functions. As part of their campaign, ALS patients visit the schools and make their way through the crowds as students make their support shown. At Marion Street, music teacher Anna Upston led students in song dedicated to ALS patients before the Student Council presented a donation to organization members. Both North Middle and Marion Street will continue to fundraise through the end of the school year.

Photo captions:
1) Students at Marion Street Elementary School welcomed members of the ALS Ride for Life organization on May 12.
2) ALS patient Jordan was welcomed and cheered on by the Lynbrook community.
3) The Marion Street Student Council presented a donation to the organization.
4) The Lynbrook North Middle gathered in support of the cause.
5) Signs accompanied students’ cheers during the annual event.

Photos courtesy Lynbrook Public Schools

Click here to view the ALS Ride for Life rolls through Lynbrook Schools slideshow.

Date Added: 5/15/2025