Malkas Honored by Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition01:39PM / Friday, June 09, 2017 | |
Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition will honor Superintendent of North Adams Schools Barbara Malkas. |
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition will honor Superintendent of North Adams Schools Barbara Malkas at its 25th annual, statewide Against the Tide Swim, Kayak, Walk, Run and/or Aquathon fundraising event on June 17.
Proceeds benefit MBCC, which is the state's leading breast cancer organization that seeks to understand the causes of breast cancer in order to find ways to prevent the disease.
"Dr. Malkas is dedicated educator," MBCC's Executive Director Cheryl Osimo said. "We are grateful for her guidance as MBCC expands our award-winning 'Let's Talk Prevention: Reducing Toxic Exposure' program into high schools. We are very fortunate to have such tremendous support from individuals like Dr. Malkas, and her passion for involving young people in the process of creating a safer future, helping us work towards our important goal of cancer prevention for future generations."
The Statewide Metro-Boston Against the Tide will be held for the 25th commemorative year at DCR's Hopkinton State Park on June 17. This family-friendly and inspirational event bring people from all demographics together with one goal in mind: breast cancer prevention. The event consists of several components: competitive and recreational swims, recreational kayak, a fitness walk, and USA Track & Field certified 5K/10K runs.
MBCC is inviting people throughout Massachusetts to register online or by calling 800-649-MBCC. Those who cannot attend are invited to make a pledge to Malkas online. Participants may register as an individual or as part of a team. Registration is $40 per adult per event activity ($80 for Aquathon) and $25 per student per event activity ($50 for Aquathon) up to a maximum of three events. We encourage all participants to fundraise beyond the registration minimum, as all proceeds support the Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition. Prizes will be awarded to the podium finishers and top fundraisers.
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