Great Hollow Middle Raises More Than $2,200 for Cancer Research

Thanks to the support of community and staff members and more than 600 student-athletes, managers and student spectators, Great Hollow Middle School in Nesconset raised more than $2,200 for the American Cancer Society during its third annual Coaches vs. Cancer event on Oct. 9.

Football, field hockey, girls soccer, cross-country, cheerleading and kickline teams all performed during the event. All of the proceeds were donated in the name of the late GHMS teacher Arthur Miller.

“Mr. Miller was a beloved sixth-grade teacher who unexpectedly passed away at the beginning of this school year,” said GHMS Principal John Scomillio. “He was liked and respected by all who knew him. The results of his outstanding teaching and his influence on our students will live on. Mr. Miller’s presence will be sorely missed.”

The ACS Coaches vs. Cancer program empowers coaches, their teams and local communities to make a difference in the fight against cancer by coordinating fundraising events centered on athletes and athletics. Proceeds are used for research and awareness. Since the Coaches vs. Cancer program began, more than $87 million has been raised for this cause.

Photo by Smithtown School District: The Great Hollow Middle School girls soccer team was one of many at the school that raised money and awareness for the Coaches vs. Cancer program.

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