Garden City High School students raise awareness for Morgan’s Message
During Garden City High School’s annual Woodstick Classic, the Class of 2027 officers introduced Morgan’s Message to the community by raising awareness and support for the cause.
Morgan’s Message is a nonprofit that strives to eliminate the stigma surrounding mental health within the student-athlete community and equalize the treatment of physical and mental health in athletics. They aim to expand the dialogue on mental health by normalizing conversations, empowering those who suffer in silence, and supporting those who feel alone.
“I am extremely passionate about the topic of mental health and providing a safe, nurturing and judgement-free environment for all students,” said Class of 2027 adviser, Ms. Amanda Marino. “When the Class of 2027 President Claire Arendt came to me about raising money for Morgan's Message, I immediately jumped at the opportunity.”
“Planning an event for our 2027 class during such an important month, Mental Health Awareness Month, gave us the chance to do something truly meaningful,” said Claire. “As a Morgan’s Message Ambassador for the past two years, I’ve learned how powerful it is to speak up and stand up for mental health, especially when it comes to student athletes like me. It’s a cause that hits close to home for so many of our students who participate in athletics here at GCHS.”
“Introducing Morgan’s Message to the Garden City Community during the legendary Woodstick Classic felt like the perfect fit,” Claire continued. “The crowd was large, energy high and the message was able to reach far— from little kids all the way to adults. I truly hope we made a difference in someone’s life that day. Being able to raise awareness and support for such an important cause made me proud, and I know Morgan’s message will continue to grow in our community.”