Garden City Public Schools

This year marked the 27th annual Friends of Garden City Boys Lacrosse Poinsettia Sale, a cherished tradition that brings together athletes, families and community members. Players sold poinsettias throughout Garden City to support the upcoming spring season, while also offering the option to donate plants to the NYU Langone Cancer Center for Kids in Mineola. In addition, the team dropped off poinsettias at the Garden City administration building to spread holiday cheer locally.

A highlight of the tradition each year is when senior lacrosse players personally deliver the donated poinsettias to the center. “We love this tradition,” said child life specialist Kimberly Krupa. “It brings such joy to our families during the holiday season.”

“It’s great to be part of something that gives back,” said GCHS senior Charlie Koester. Fellow senior Chase Kraus added, “It’s an honor to deliver the plants and spread some holiday cheer.”