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Manetuck Third-Grader’s Hair Cut For Compassion

Samantha McCormack demonstrated her exceptional compassion by cutting and donating her hair to the St. Baldrick's Foundation.

WEST ISLIP, NY - From West Islip School District: Samantha McCormack, a third-grader at West Islip’s Manetuck Elementary School, recently demonstrated her exceptional compassion by cutting and donating her hair to the St. Baldrick’s Foundation to support childhood cancer research.

“Aside from her donation of hair to St. Baldrick’s, Samantha consistently demonstrates kindness and compassion to her classmates on a daily basis,” said Principal Dawn Morrison.

Photo courtesy of the West Islip School District

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