Mark your calendars to help save a life!

Please join us on Tuesday, February 1st at Kennedy Elementary School for a blood/bone marrow drive to help King High School Student, Nick Melton (the son of Luke's kindergarten teacher next year). Nick needs a bone marrow transplant to save his life.

The drive takes place from 2:00-7:00pm at Kennedy Elementary School (my school) 19125 Schoolhouse Lane, off of Van Buren and Wood Road. The bone marrow screening is only open to those 18 and older. The test is simple and just requires a cheek swab.They will also be conducting a blood drive if you would like to give blood too!

Nick is 14 and suffers from Chronic Granulomatous Disease, an immune disease that makes it difficult for him to fight off infections. The condition has resulted in numerous hospitalizations and surgeries. Most children with this disorder only live to be 7 to 12 years old. A bone marrow transplant is Nick's only chance for survival. His three siblings have already been tested and are not a match.

PLEASE mark your calendars and tell all your friends and family about the drive. We hope to see you there!

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