In honor of Veterans Day, Sylvan Avenue Elementary partnered with Long Island Blue Star Mothers of America to show appreciation for the brave men and women who serve our country. Long Island Blue Star Mothers is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting active-duty military members and veterans through outreach initiatives and the collection of essential items.
Throughout November, Sylvan Avenue students and their families participated in a donation drive, collecting granola bars, oatmeal, fruit snacks, candy, soap, Christmas cards and other items for service members. Through their generosity, the Sylvan Avenue community hopes to remind those who serve that they are appreciated, supported and remembered, while expressing gratitude for the sacrifices they make to protect our freedoms.