PARSIPPANY — Par-Troy East Major’s dePierro’s Defenders outscored their opponent 2-0 in the championship game at the PTE Little League complex on June 10. The game was highlighted by a triple play turned by the Defenders in the third inning. James Riedinger slugged a bases loaded double to bring in the two runs and Landon Weiss pitched a complete game for dePierro’s Defenders.
PARSIPPANY — John Patracuolla, a 2013 graduate of Parsippany High School has been named to the Spring 2015 Dean’s List at Wake Forest University.
Students who achieve a 3.4 grade point average and no grade below a “C” were named to the list.
Wake Forest University was founded in 1834 outside the state capital of Raleigh, North Carolina. In 1941, the medical school moved to Winston-Salem, and the rest of the College followed in 1956.
Enrollment (2014-15): Applicants for first-year admission: 11,119; Freshmen accepted/enrolled: 3,824/1,288; Total undergraduate enrollment: 4,812; Graduate and professional schools: 2,779;
Total University enrollment: 7,591.
PARSIPPANY — Parsippany High School Senior Awards Assembly was held on Thursday, June 11. Hundreds of Scholarships and Awards were presented to the Graduating Seniors.
PS holds this annual event held a few weeks before the end of the school year. It is an event to showcase the awards, honors, and scholarships received, colleges/universities the seniors will be attending, and community services performed by the senior student.
During this inspirational evening, many hard-working and talented seniors were honored for outstanding academic and extracurricular performance, and for service to the school and community. The awards were a surprise to the seniors. Recognition was given for a wide variety of scholarships, prizes and commendations awarded to PHS students by the school, local businesses and non-profit groups.
PHS Salutatorian Award was presented to Emily Weng and PHS Valedictorian Award was presented to Elizabeth Tu.
Mr. Thomas Rizk, Dr. Gretel Perez and Dr. Denis Mulroony presented the “Outstanding Academic Achievement” Silver Cup Awards to Elizabeth Tu, Emily Weng, Phyllis Chou, Parth Chokshi, Viren Lad, Aleena Kazmi, Kentaro Hansen, Jonathan Di Pippa, Sarah Chen, Zachary Kovacs, Regina Jung, Josh Fortes, Sam Wu, Jordan Imp, Varun Chopra, Shrecvidya Nallan, Parth Chokshi, Jennifer Atherton, Niharika Mamillapal II, Katie Lau, Amanda Chan, Taylor Lewis, Nikhil Jiju, Lilian Peng, Joshua Wong and Jenna Chung.
National Merit Finalist was Emily Weng and National Merit Commended Students Vanm Chopra, Phyllis Chou, Aleena Kazmi, Katie Lau, Joon Lee, Lilian Peng, Elizabeth Tu and Samuel Wu.
The Joe Windish Parsippany Education Foundation Scholarship was presented to Victoria Rossi.
Ms. Kathy Williams presented the “Dr. Vincent Aniello Peer Buddy Scholarships to Brittany Birth Emily Fales, Gabriella Davino, Marla Jamna, John Loaiza, Kristina Ollo, Maya Rudolph, William Snell and Elizabeth Stumpf.
Hebberds Heroes was presented by the Family and Friends of Peter Hebberd to Aarin Feliz and Michelle Burdick.
George P. Johnson Memorial Scholarship was presented to Michelle Burdick.
Mr. Andrew Ladas presented the “Tom Ladas Memorial Scholarship: to Erin Hoffman and Andrew Massefski.
Jordan Imp received the Actavis, Inc. Scholarship.
Parsippany Indian Association Scholarship was awarded to Varun Chopra.
Mrs. Angela Calabria presented “The Dr. Frank A. Calabria Memorial Scholarship” to Katie Lau.
Mrs. Carmella Foehner and Mrs. Judy Kret presented the “Patricia Ann Behnke Memorial Scholarship” to Kyle Ting.
Sunrise Shoprite, Inc. “Continuing Education Grant” was presented to Lilian Peng by Mr. Andrew Leaman.
Mr. Joe Kyle presented the “John ‘Cap’ Capsouras Memorial Award to Lauren Durborow.
Joseph Kloss received the “Police Benevolent Association Scholarship.”
Councilman Michael J. dePierro presented Andrew Massefski with the “Parsippany Republican Club Scholarship.”
Councilman Michael J. dePierro presented the “Basil Ricci Memorial Scholarship” Sons of Italy to John Bucciarelli, Giancarlo Colasuonno, Danielle Jannarone, Kaila Migliazza, David Patracuolla, Victoria Rossi and Matthew Ruggiero.
Samuel Kaplan American Legion Americanism” Scholarship Award was presented to Aarin Feliz.
George Bohr Achievement Award American Legion was presented to Brett Mc Lean and Antonio Ybanez.
Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany Scholarship was presented to Aleena Kazmi and Elizabeth Tu by Ronald Orthwein.
Troy-Hills Memorial Post #101 84 VFW Scholarship was presented to Jacob Helmlinger.
Blue Collar Workers of Parsippany-Troy Hills presented to Elizabeth Tu
Jacqueline Scura “Chance for Success Scholarship” was presented by Mr. Bennett Epstein to Amber Moore.
Mr. Bill Wall presented the Parsippany Elks #2078 Most Valuable Student Award to Viren Lad.
The Valori Family Scholarship was presented to Zachary Kovacs and Danielle Jannarone by Dr. Louis Valori.
Northern NJ Chinese Association Scholarship was presented to Phyllis Chou.
Stephen S. Martino Memorial Scholarship was received by Michele Burdick and Matthew Ruggiero.
Women’s Club of Parsippany Scholarship was presented to Jennifer Atherton, Erin Hoffman and Nicole Scarmazzo by Ms. Penny Radosin.
Mary Ann Augusta Memorial Scholarship was presented to Julianna Kadian.
Parsippany-Troy Hills Senior Citizens Scholarship was awarded to Danielle Jannarone.
Morris County College Fair Committee presented to Brianna D’ Alessio and Nicolas Galvis by Mrs. Aimee Letsch.
Central Middle School Faculty Scholarship was presented to Samir Gandhi, by Ms. Aimee Doyle.
Parsippany High School Faculty Scholarship was received by Joshua Lustig and Malcolm Udoh.
The Dora B. Stolfi Memorial Scholarship was presented to Jenna Chung.
Parsippany-Troy Hills Rotary Club Scholarship was presented to Zachary Kovacs by Bruce Downing.
Project Graduation Slogan & Artwork was won by Michelle Burdick.
Vidyalaya, Inc. Scholarship was presented to Katie Lau by Ms. Asmita Mistry and Mr. Anurag Rochlani.
Gard and Anne O’Harra Scholarship was presented by Ms. Jennifer Hrobuchak to Joseph Kloss.
Joshua Lustig and Aarin Feliz was presented with “The Dr. Rudolph L. Schonfeld Scholarship.”
The Belleville Political and Social Club Award was presented to John Bucciarelli.
Air Force Academy Scholarship was presented to Joshua Fortes.
Board Member Nicolas Limanov and President Robert Peluso presented the “Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce Scholarship Award” to Andrew Massefski.
Student Council Awards were presented to Erick Abinader, Brittany Birth, James Brennan, Michelle Burdick, Jessica Chapman, Aarin Feliz, Danielle Jannarone, Zachary Kovacs, Andrew Massefski and Kaila Migliazza.
PGT Scholarship Parents of the Gifted & Talented was presented to Lilian Peng by Mrs. Barbara Sirvastava.
Troy Hills School Aluni Scholarship was received by Lauren Durborow.
“Lake Hiawatha School Alumni Scholarship” was given to Lilian Peng.
Northvail School Alumni Scholarship was presented to Julianna Kadian.
Rockaway Meadow School Alumni Scholarship was received by Zachary Kovacs.
Knollwood-Melvin Roth Memorial Scholarship was received by Andrew Massefski.
Parsippany-Troy Hills Parent/Teacher Student Association (PTSA) was received by Jennifer Atherton, James Brennan, Michelle Burdick, Lauren Calabrese, Julianna Kadian, Joseph Kloss, Katie Lau, Andrew Massefski, Victoria Rossi and Jenna Scalzo.
Emil Johnson Vocational Scholarship Parsippany Senior Citizens was presented to Ronald Tudorache.
Rocco A. Cerbo Memorial Scholarship was received by Kishan Patel.
Red Hawk Awards were to students with a 3.0 GPA, minimum of three varsity letters from Athletic participation and community service oriented were David Aloisio, Amanda Angulo, Jennifer Atherton, Brinany Birth, Omari Bokhari, John Bucciarelli, Alexis Cavaluzzo, Phyllis Chou, Giancarlo Colnsuonna, Joshua Crawford, Emily Davis, Emily Fales, Aarin Feliz, Joshua Fortes, Malik Francis, Skylar Gohn, Zachary Kovacs, John Lips, Katherine Lips, Andrew Massefski, Kaila Migliazza, Jane Ooi, David Patracuolla, Nicole Polak, Gabriela Rachmaciej, Brian Rodriguez, Victoria Rossi, Maya Rudolph, Matthew Ruggiero, Veronica Shaw, Andrew Smith, Christopher Tang and Ronald Tudorache.
The academic awards are:
MUSIC:
High Note Awards: Maire Burder; William Leys PHS Choral Parents Association Scholarship: Matthew Marinelli; Sarah Ferguson PHS Band Boosters Association Scholarship: Brian Carter, Jenna Chung, Sarah Ferguson, Kentaro Hansen, Joshua Lustig, Samantha Natoli, Henry Shen, Kyle Ting, Joshua Wong and Christopher Yang; Eddie Jackson Memorial Scholarship: Kyle Ting; Mt. Tabor Outstanding Music Award: Joshua Lustig; Alice S. Windish Music Award: Joshua Lustig.
SOCIAL STUDIES
Civics Award: Jenna Chung and Joon Lee; Excellence in Writing Award: Jonathan Di Pippa;
“Theodore Roosevelt Award” Kentaro Hansen;
WORLD LANGUAGES:
Excellence in French: Nicolas Galvis; Excellence in Italian: Nicole Scarmazzo; Excellence in Spanish: Jonathan Di Pippa
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Outstanding Physical Education: Andrew Ybanezefski; Students of the Year: Victoria Rossi.
ATHLETIC AWARDS
Blue Collar Workers of Parsippany-Troy Hills: Kaila Migliazza; Parsippany Soccer Club Scholarship: Brittany; Birth Par-Troy Little League East Scholarship: John Bucciarelli, Giancarlo Colosuonno, Zachary Kovacs, Kaila Migliazza, Ryan Orr, Victoria Rossi, Matthew Ruggiero and Andrew Smith; U.S. Anny Reserve National Scholar: Jennifer Atherton; Athletes Award: Andrew Smith; U.S. Marine Corps Distinguished Athlete Award: Emily Davis and Nikolajs Grinvalds; Northwest Jersey Athlete Conference Award: Joshua Fortes and Katherine Lips; NJSIAA Scholar Athlete: Aaron Feliz; The Michael R. Codella Female/Male MVP Trophy: Andrew Massefski; Victoria Rossi Morris County Scholar/Athlete Award: Gabriela Rachmaciej and Joshua Crawford.
PARSIPPANY — Melanie Jablonka, a Health Science (OT) major was among over 700 students to be named to the Saint Francis University Dean’s List for the spring 2015 semester.
To achieve Dean’s List at Saint Francis University students must have full-time status and must attain a quality point average of at least 3.5 for the given semester.
PARSIPPANY — The Parsippany-Troy Hills Zoning Board of Adjustment will be hearing an application for MCRT Investments, on Wednesday, June 17, at 7:30 p.m. MCRT is seeking preliminary and final site plan in connection with a previously granted use variance to construct to construct 212 residential dwelling units on Interpark Boulevard. Interpark Boulevard is located off Route 46, near the newly opened Houlihans Restaurant.
The application is a companion application to use variance approved under Case # 14:30 on April 1, 2015.
On the same property, IMS Health leased 62,000 square feet in the building adjacent to the proposed residential building, which is located at 100 Interpark Boulevard.
PARSIPPANY— A Parsippany man was arrested on Monday, June 15, with 750 glassine envelopes of heroin in the Sixth Ward, Paterson, according to Passaic County Sheriff Richard Berdnik.
Ricky Moncion, 33, Parsippany, was arrested on drug charges following a surveillance operation, authorities said. Detectives observed Moncion as he exited his 2003 Lexus in the Sixth Ward, Paterson. He entered a black Range Rover occupied by Edwin Acosta, 33, Woodland Park.
Authorities said the 750 glassines valued at $3,000 was recovered from Moncion’s trunk.
Detectives located $16,530 inside a shoe box in the back seat of Acosta’s vehicle, Berdnik said.
“The large quantity of money found in the rear of Acosta’s vehicle was seized, as suspected proceeds from illegal activity and he was released pending further investigation, additional charges are possible,” Berdnik said.
Moncion was transported to the Paterson Police Department’s holding cell pending bail.Acosta was brought into headquarters for further investigation and was not charged at this time, according to the report.
Sheriff Berdnik said charges are possible against Acosta.
Dear Editor:
On Friday I was honored and privileged to attend the Flag Day Ceremony at the BPO Elks in Parsippany. The tuxedo clad Elk officers chronicled the history and sacrifice which shaped each iteration of the US Flag. From the “Liberty tree” to “Don’t Tread on Me” to the Stars and Bars of old Glory. The Boy Scout’s served as standard bearers, proudly parading each flag in turn. The ceremony was a touching and educational tribute to our nation’s flag. The Elk Officers were passionate about our flag and what it represents. As a veteran, I was deeply moved.
My chest was bursting with pride as I left the Elks to continue my weekend. I stepped out onto Parsippany Road, which itself was adorned with flags on each service pole. I walked by neighbors who also proudly displayed the red, white, and blue to my own home in front of which flies old Glory.
I have been to many meetings and school assemblies and my heart smiles as each is started with the Pledge of Allegiance. This Flag day I am happy to see patriotism is still alive and well in Parsippany.
Nick Kumburis USN
PARSIPPANY — Lake Parsippany Fire District 3 and Parsippany-Troy Hills Volunteer Fire District 6 were called to Macrosoft, Two Sylvan Way on a report of a fire alarm on Monday morning, June 15.
The fire alarm emptied the building for 30-40 minutes while the firemen checked everything and made sure it was safe for the employees to return to work. The cause of the alarm was a bad fire detector.
Macrosoft thanks the dedicated/brave fireman from Parsippany.
On Tuesday, June 9, 2015 the Parsippany Troy-Hills Council, under the Administrations recommendation, voted unanimously to purchase property for $775,000. This property, located at 805 South Beverwyck Road contains 3.45 acres and includes a house and a few other stuctures. With this purchase the township will own five homes (2 homes at Watnong Garden, 1 at the Sheep Farm, and the Baldwin House).
Homes require a great amount of up keep, operating expenses, and management, thus, decreasing our open space tax money for raw land that provides outdoor activity, water collection, and development buffers.
My opinion is that the township should not purchase this property. The Township must also lower our open space tax. Please contact your elected officials with your opinion.
*Roy’s opinions are his own and are not endorsed by those of Parsippany Focus
PARSIPPANY — The Parsippany-Troy Hills Board of Education recently honored the following staff members who have served in the district for twenty-five years: Karen Ambrose, Johanna Andrews, Rosalinda Aveni, Dorothy Barron, Michele Bodtmann, Marguerite Caikowsky, Ann Marie Carrasca, William Cleary,Louise Corforte, Nancy Douglas, Esperanza Garcia-Vallejo, Mario Idrobo, Joann Koeck, Judith Kret, Gloria Lieberman, Ruth Madpak, Louis Miller, Ethel Obenauer, Peter Pettinelli, Denise Pietropinto, Virginia Rivera, Jose Rodriguez, Philip Santiago, Valerie Steward, Nancy Tauriello, Diane Vaglio and Ellen Ventola.
PARSIPPANY — At age thirteen and ready to enter into High School next year, Jaclyn Carifi an eighth grader, has added to her already impressive softball resume. Predominantly a pitcher, the most noteworthy accomplishment on that resume was pitching a perfect game with striking out all 18 batters in a row against a Rockaway “All Stars” team while playing for Par-Troy West Little League in June 2012.
Now, Carifi, a three-year starter and a Captain of the Brooklawn softball team can add another perfect game, the most strikeouts in a game, the most Hits, Doubles, Triples, Homerun’s, RBI’s, Runs Scored, Stolen Bases, Wins, Shutouts and Strikeouts in a season to that resume. Also, the lowest ERA in any season. Although Carifi broke the school record as a sixth grader for the most amount of strikeouts in a game with 15 against East Hanover. Carifi was able to break her own record this year with throwing 18 strikeouts in two different games. One against Florham Park and also in the semi-finals of the County Championship against Long Valley. The previous school record for most strikeouts in a season was 101 by Ali Walek in 2011. However, Carifi far exceeded that by throwing 242 strikeouts in 2015.
Carifi, who bats lefty and throws righty has a total of seven pitches. Her favorite pitch to throw is her Screw ball because “It jumps and moves and hitters have a problem adjusting to it”. Victoria Huss, also an eighth grade Captain on the team is Brooklawn’s catcher. Huss describes Carifi’s pitching as “She makes my job easy, it’s a pleasure catching for Jaclyn but, if I’m not paying attention I pay for it in bruises. So, I have to stay focused because she throws so hard”. Ironically, Huss was the same catcher who caught Carifi’s perfect game with 18 in a row strikeouts in 2012.
Carifi, who trains at Pinnacle Athletic Development in Parsippany, and receives pitching lessons from Holy Cross alumni Erica McCrystal, attributes her success to working and training hard and the motto her father (James) instilled in her at an early age. “If you want to be good at anything in life you have to prepare relentlessly.” “I try to do just that. I’m preparing all the time.” Carifi also credits her teammates. “I wouldn’t be successful if it wasn’t for my teammates. They do an amazing job and without them we wouldn’t be good”.
Brooklawn’s head softball coach Edward Young, says “I tell anyone who will listen that Jaclyn is the best softball player I have ever coached and probably the best athlete in any sport I have coached in 20 years. She has a great competitive spirit, sportsmanship and is also a great leader.” “I will root for her in High School”.
A straight “A” student, Carifi has had offers to play softball at private schools but, wants to stay and play with her friends in Parsippany. “My goal is to play Division 1 softball in college and I believe if you’re good enough, you will be recognized no matter where you play,” said Jaclyn.
PARSIPPANY — In the annual Parsippany High School tradition, the Senior Girls beat the Junior Girls, 26-0, in Powderpuff. Amanda Angulo completed a 110 rush yard touch down and Veronia Shaw had three interceptions and completed a touch down. Both girls were named Co-MVPs.
The senior and junior cheerleaders performed a routine during halftime. The event was a success and well attended by many students and parents.
The Givers can change the world!!!!
Domenick Castellano stated “The Givers” last year and participated again this year because Domenick wanted to see how many of his friends really are very kind and care about others. It is a special day to walk together blessed. Domenick’s Uncle Ed and Aunt Sue started the Valerie Fund to honor their very brave daughter.
Domenick’s mom is also the director of the “Mom 2 Mom” program and she and the whole family love to help others.
Click here to donate to “The Givers.”
PARSIPPANY — Parsippany High School held its annual Redstock on Saturday, June 13. The public participated in many sports activities and games at the school’s football field.
The event started at 12:00 Noon and ended at 4:00 p.m. and offered food, face painting, arts and crafts, bounce house, dunk tank, games and prizes and live entertainment. The PTSA will held a Tricky Tray and Raffle.
Many local business sponsored the event. The sponsors included Anette Ricciardi, Arboone, Applebee’s, Ava’s Cupcakes, Baldwin Pizzeria, Bershire Hathaway Services, Blink Fitness, Boiling Springs Bank, Brian Deegan, Wells Fargo Advisors, C-Town Supermarket, C2 Education, Class Act Embroidery and Screen Printing, DJKB Productions, Gail Napolitano, RE/MAX, Greenspan Family Eyecare, Gripp Plumbing and Heating, Heroes Journey Crossfit, Houlihan’s, Imperial Bag and Paper, Jimmy John’s, Karlital Crafts and Dolls, Kristina Resciniti, Jewels by Park Lane, Last Licks Ice Cream, Math Wizard of Parsippany, Melanie and Fred Hafdelin, Weichert Realtors, Mayor James Barberio, Mount Holleran Towne Tavern, Parsippany Focus, Parsippany High School PTSA, Party Fair, Passaic County Community College, ProMotions Training Academy, Retro Fitness, Sarah Joen, Stella and Dot, SAT by MBA, Susan J. Kroeger, CPA, The Source of Health, The Wave Set and Kona Ice.
Following the event was the Central Middle School Flag Football game, Hawkeye Community Awards and the annual Juniors vs. Seniors PowderPuff Football game.
Parsippany Focus covered all three events, so look for the articles on those events too!.
PARSIPPANY – In line with its aggressive expansion plans throughout the region, Colliers International today announced that industry leader David A. Simon, SIOR has joined the organization as Executive Managing Director, New Jersey Region and will serve as the new head of the firm’s New Jersey operations.
With more than 25 years of experience as a broker and manager in the New Jersey market, Simon will be responsible for the operational and financial performance of the firm’s Parsippany and Princeton offices, with plans to open others, while significantly increasing market share across Northern and Central New Jersey.
Simon also joins Tri-State Chief Operating Officer and fellow industry leader Kim Brennan, completing the most experienced management team in New Jersey commercial brokerage.
“David is one of the most successful, respected real estate professionals in New Jersey,” said Joe Harbert, President of Colliers International’s Eastern Region. “Our intention is to become the number one brokerage firm in New Jersey, and see David as a key to helping us get there. He is not only a dynamic broker, but a strategic thinker who has led other firms to prominence. His presence and leadership will take us to the next level, and help us recruit even more top talent.”
Most recently Simon was an Executive Managing Director with Massey Knakal Realty Services and led the firm’s expansion into New Jersey. Massey Knakal was acquired by Cushman & Wakefield in December, 2014. Previously, he has held leadership positions including: Managing Principal for the New Jersey office of Cassidy Turley, Chief Operating Officer for Colliers Houston & Co. and Principal with Newmark Real Estate of New Jersey, currently known as Newmark Grubb Night Frank.
Throughout his career Simon has completed hundreds of transactions on behalf of tenants such as: Merrill Lynch, Best Buy, Bed Bath & Beyond and has represented properties on behalf of institutional and local owners including: Mack-Cali, John Hancock, Chase Manhattan Bank, Atlantic Realty and Kushner Real Estate Group, among others.
Simon attended Boston University where he received his Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing and Public Relations. Additionally, he earned a Master of Science degree in Real Estate from New York University. He is a past President of IOREBA, member of the executive committee of the New Jersey Chapter of SIOR and a member of the Advisory Board for the Center for Real Estate at Rutgers Business School.
About Colliers International
Colliers International Group Inc. (NASDAQ: CIGI; TSX: CIG) is a global leader in commercial real estate services with more than 16,300 professionals operating from 502 offices in 67 countries. With an enterprising culture and significant insider ownership, Colliers professionals provide a full range of services to real estate occupiers, owners and investors worldwide. Services include brokerage, global corporate solutions, investment sales and capital markets, project management and workplace solutions, property and asset management, consulting, valuation and appraisal services, and customized research and thought leadership. Colliers International has been ranked among the top 100 outsourcing firms by the International Association of Outsourcing Professionals’ Global Outsourcing for 10 consecutive years, more than any other real estate services firm.
PARSIPPANY — The Hawk Eye Awards recognize the extraordinary efforts of the students, staff and parents of Parsippany High School that make a difference in their school and the community.
To the Native Americans, the hawk was a symbol of strength, vision, and truth. The hawk had keen eyesight which it used to open the eyes of others. The hawk was the great messenger of the skies. It soared with the power to overcome difficult situations and helped others to achieve great victory. We are looking to recognize the modern-day Redhawks with the greatest vision and strength- those parents, staff and students who, like the Native American hawks of the past, see a bigger picture and do everything in their power to make it clearer for the rest of us. These “Hawk Eyes” lift others up through their words, actions and values, and as a result, Parsippany and PHS is an even better place to live, learn and grow.
Each year, PHS will recognize students, teachers or parents for going the extra mile to make a difference in our school or community.
This years recipients of the Hawk Eye Awards were Andres Massefski, Aarin Feliz, Michael Nicosia, Ellen Jones, Joanne Davino, Steve Gilgur and Ronald Ribnik.
Hawk Eye Nomination Process and Criteria: Students must be seniors in high school. Parents must have a child that attends or attended Parsippany High School. Staff Members/Faculty must currently be on staff. All nominees must have demonstrated a generous spirit, either through their time or efforts; be proactively involved in acts of service; and go above and beyond the norm, performing acts outside of their normal duties or responsibilities.
PARSIPPPANY — The 2015 Valerie Fund Walk and 5K Run was held on Saturday, June 13. 212 Teams, 861 Runners, 2606 Walkers and 3,467 Participants raised $994,579.89 (as of 3:00 p.m. Sunday, June 14).
Bella Rocco, Parsippany, a 13 year-old former patient has been attending the Walk since 2009 and each year her team, Bella’s Bunch has the distinction of fielding the most participants.
The Valerie Fund relies on the dollars raised to help the children who live in our community. The Walk and 5K Run supports their mission to provide comprehensive health care for children with cancer and blood disorders. Every step you walk or run and every dollar you raise helps at The Valerie Fund Centers. Patients receive far more than treatment for their physical illnesses. Their philosophy is that to truly heal the children with whose care we are entrusted, we must treat them emotionally, socially, and developmentally, as well as medically.
The Valerie Fund’s 2015 Goal is $1,000,000.00, and you can still donate to Bella’s Bunch by clicking here.
Parsippany’s Bella Rocco was one of the 212 Teams raising money. Her 2015 Goal was $5,000.00, but as of Sunday, June 14 she has raised $6,789.00. Some of her sponsors included Central Middle School Teachers, Sons of Italy Lodge 2561, Barbara Shannon, PatterneSmiles.com, Vanessa Jacobson, Valerie Fund Board of Directors, Carluccio Family, Marie Rocco, Nancy Goddard, Olivia Nicoletti, Parsippany High School Italian Club, Sy Ghosh, Mary Kudrak, Jenna Black, John Morton, Kathy Serrao, Kendall Amato, Laura Rocco, Laurie McLaughlin, Linda Egger and dozens of other. You can view all the donors to Bella’s Bunch by clicking here.
Bella Rocco thankfully is doing well and has been tumor free for four years now! The MRIs and doctors visits continue but thank god they have remained uneventful, just the way we like it! The support for The Valerie Fund continues and has become a welcomed tradition with many friends and families that join the Bella’s Bunch year after year. 2015 was the seventh year that Bella’s Bunch attends this yearly event and hopefully with your support we will show up with big numbers both in people and in donations. Although the team is named after Bella and they will never forget all she has gone through, they consider themselves lucky that it wasn’t worse and we attend every year to pay it forward to all the kids that are currently going through pediatric cancer or a blood disorder. The Rocco’s walk and run every year for every one of their parents that have had their world turned upside down and knowing that The Valerie Fund will help them with all they have to deal with.
Nearly 40 years ago, Sue and Ed Goldsteinbegan The Valerie Fund to honor the memory of their nine-year old daughter. During the six years of her treatment, Valerie and her parents would often travel several hundred miles a week to a hospital in NYC and they wanted to spare other families with critically ill children the additional suffering of traveling to and from the city for treatment. Their dream was to help children receive high-quality care in a nurturing environment close to their homes.
Today, there are seven Valerie Fund Children’s Centers located in top pediatric hospitals in New York, New Jersey and metro Philadelphia and more than 4,000 patients are treated annually—one of the largest networks of healthcare facilities for children with cancer and blood disorders in the country.
Parsippany Focus is a digital news organization that provides news coverage of Parsippany-Troy Hills, New Jersey. The organization was founded in 1989 by Frank Cahill, who currently owns and operates the organization. Parsippany Focus covers local news, events, and community issues, and their content is primarily distributed through their website and social media channels. The organization has been serving as a trusted source of news and information for the Parsippany-Troy Hills community for over 36 years.
Submit Letters or Press Releases use drop down menu at top. We do not accept material by emails.
© 2024 Zoomus Marketing, LLC.
