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Waverly Elementary School was alive with energy as the NYPD Jazz Band brought their musical magic to the students during a special assembly. The performance had everyone in the room buzzing with excitement as the talented band played a variety of tunes, ranging from classic Dixieland jazz to today’s popular hits.

Waverly Elementary can’t wait to welcome the NYPD Jazz Band back next month for the Police/First Responder “Thank You” Parade, continuing the celebration of music and community spirit.

 

Date Added: 4/7/2025

This year marks the 10th anniversary of Waverly Elementary School hosting the St. Baldrick’s Event, a special occasion dedicated to raising funds for childhood cancer research. So far, the event has successfully raised over $15,000, demonstrating the incredible generosity and commitment of the Waverly community.

A particularly heartfelt moment of the event was honoring Brody Canestro, a Waverly student who battled cancer as a 4-month-old and is now thriving. His story served as a powerful reminder of the importance of supporting childhood cancer research.

To show their solidarity, several participants bravely shaved their heads, with assistance from the talented º£½ÇÒùĸÂÒÂ× East cosmetology team. This year’s participants included five students, one teacher and a parent:

* Flynn Messina (fifth grade).
* Justin Olsen (third grade).
* Ryan Olitsky (third grade).
* Brandon Johnson (third grade).
* Jack Macchio (second grade).
* Greg Olsen (parent).
* Jack Ackerman (staff).

The event was a touching display of community spirit and support, highlighting Waverly’s ongoing commitment to making a difference in the fight against childhood cancer.

Click here to view the Waverly Celebrates 10 Years of Hosting St. Baldrick’s Event slideshow.

Date Added: 3/21/2025