Local Achievements Highlighted: North Brunswick Students Unveil Banners, Wellness Challenge Winners, and ALS Awareness Proclaimed

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At the Township Council Meeting on May 20, students from North Brunswick Township Middle and High Schools unveiled two banners they designed. These banners were created for the Annual Women’s and Men’s Mentorship/Leadership Conference Series and featured work by 8th and 11th graders, including students Yaralis Reid, Naomi Dande, Anastasia Kalogridis, and Teniolawa Obakeye.

The meeting also celebrated the winners of Mayor Womack’s Wellness Challenge, which took place from February 26 to April 15. Participants tracked their steps to promote health and wellness. Steven Bloyed won first place, with Dominic Moccio and Ro Tucker following. Joanne DeLuca, Chris Henning, and Laura Pelszynski received honorable mentions.

Additionally, the council issued a proclamation declaring May as ALS Awareness Month. This act highlights the township's commitment to supporting the fight against Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, a progressive neurodegenerative disease.