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Pauline Sabino and her daughter, Joslin, read letters together.
By LEAH DEARBORN
LYNN — Students at the Sisson Elementary School found out how incredible they are on Tuesday afternoon.
Dubbed Absolutely Incredible Kid Day, more than 225 youth across the North Shore received letters of recognition from parents, teachers and other community leaders.
The event was organized by youth development nonprofit and after school program, Camp Fire, as part of a 20-year-old national letter-writing campaign.
Kerry Salvo, program director, said each young participant received two personalized letters; one from Camp Fire staff, and the other from a parent or guardian.
“(The program) gives kids a safe place to be after school,” said Salvo. “Parents really value having caring adults around to make sure (the kids) feel loved and appreciated.”
Salvo said 35-40 students attend the Sisson branch of the after school program, making it one of the largest in the city’s schools.
State Reps. Brendan Crighton and Dan Cahill, City Councilor Brian LaPierre and State Sen. Thomas McGee made appearances for the event at Sisson. A number of the local leaders read letters to the students as well.
“I know how hard you work at school, at home and in the community,” said LaPierre. “I want you always to remember to be kind to each other, your teachers and our earth.”
In his letter, McGee told the students how much they inspire him to work hard for the community.
Adam and Trisha Carritte wrote a letter to their daughter, Delaney Carritte.
“You’re amazing. Have been since the day you were born,” Adam Carritte read aloud.
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The young participants had positive things to say about the program.
“I like that we can play with each other and go outside,” said Benjamin Patrick, 10.
Johan Plaza, 8, said he enjoys all the after school activities.
The Harrington and Tracy elementary schools also celebrated Absolutely Incredible Kid Day on Tuesday. The Aborn, Brickett, Callahan and Shoemaker schools will have their letter-reading events today.
Leah Dearborn can be reached at [email protected].
