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Pilibos Walkathon 2017




Nayiri Artounians
December 14, 2017


The annual Pilibos Walkathon took place on Wednesday, November 29. Pilibos students and teachers took part in the walk up and down Hillhurst Ave, holding signs and wearing their school spirit proudly, while Pilibos faculty drove around, honking and cheering. The annual walkathon is the culmination of a month-long effort to raise money for the school. Individual classrooms raised money by filling water bottles and winning free periods; clubs also took part by hosting bake sales and fundraisers. One school favorite is Baron Kevork’s annual Yoga Night, where he educates students on the art of meditation and being one. Perhaps the highlight of the fundraising is the annual Pie-A-Senior day, where people from all grades get the chance to attack the seniors. Through all these efforts, the school was able to raise a whopping $141,000 this year. And students wore this achievement proudly as they walked up and down the streets of Hollywood. When students returned, they were treated to pizza and then the annual Teacher vs. Teacher dodgeball game; the English/ History, Math/ Science, Armenian and Administration departments all competed for first place. Although the Armenian department was almost constantly breaking the rules, they won first place with Digin Sona’s amazing last-minute save.

The walkathon is one of the top moments, where one truly feels what it’s like to be a member of the Pilibos family. By working together towards a common goal, the Eagles are able to soar.

Photo Credit: Pilibos Facebook

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