The elementary school raised $505 for the humane society.
By
Jessica Salmond
| 7:44 p.m. October 23, 2015
East County
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Gene Witt Elementary School students lapped the playground to raise money during their first walk-a-thon.
Two fifth-graders, Sydney Rice and Ryann Hilyer, came up with the idea to hold a walk-a-thon to raise money for animal welfare during the Witty Kids after-school program with teacher Kim Hoy. Hoy was explaining to the students about how important it is to help others and the environment.
"So we decided to help with stopping animal abuse," Hilyer said.
The students raised $505.50 for the humane society and also collected a tableful of dog food, treats and supplies to donate.
Third-grade teacher Kim Hoy directs students to start the walk.
Fifth-grade teacher Debra Barnard blows bubbles for passing students.
In addition to the $505, students brought in donations.
Matthew Tabor gets squirted with a water shooter by third-grade teachers Cami Tabor and Kim Hoy.
Jackson Barett throws a one-man dance party.
Brothers Josh and Nathan Ditzel take a lap.
Justin Tong, Matthew Tabor and Logan Matyasi get showered by a water shooter.
First-grade teacher Lesley Spence hands out popsicle tickets.
Mason Daniel puts in a tough lap.
Ryann Hilyer and Sydney Rice hold the donation check before the total was figured.
Ryleigh Young, Elizabeth Wharry and Avery Powell sing along to some music during their lap.
Serena Dilldine and Kayla Cadet
Katie Onstine gets a popsicle from volunteer Taylor Hilyer. Hilyer, a sophomore at Lakewood Ranch High School, is the older sister of one of the walk-a-thon organizers, Ryann Hilyer.
