Springfield celebration shines light on local heroes, helping to make communities thrive
SPRIINGFIELD, Mass (WWLP) – A celebration in Springfied shining a light on the many individuals and groups, who help make the region's communities thrive.
The Springfield community got to say a big thank you to more than 20 local heroes inside the high school o science and technology gym. Educators, first responders, veterans and community volunteers all recieved recognition. One Springfield Public Schools teachers, Virna Langford being recognized for her unwavering commitment to her students.
'I want to inspire all kids to just show their greatness be great. We're all made for a reason and let your potential just come out of you. Like just live up to your potential.Be the dream big and just push yourself. And that's how we're inspiring everybody here to do,' said Langford.
Langford aso provided a helping hand to the non-profit revitalize Community Devlopment Corporation in Sringfield in helping to make free home repairs to low income families and the elderly.
Another Honoree and Emcee of the event, political consultant, tony cignoli expressed its through efforts like that can make a big difference.It's positive. It's good. And that's why I think this is important for that reason as well. Just for folks to know that there are others out there like them who are doing good things and willing to continue to do good things. This is a gigantic support network of people,' said Cignoli.
These individuals and groups represent just a portion of the inspiring community members who go above and beyond to serve others. Local school counselor, Gianna AllenTuck who made this event possible says even the smallest gestures can brighten someone's day.
'We want to just focus on you, smile at somebody, tell somebody that, hey, I like your outfit.You know, just the little things that make me smile and make me laugh,' expressed AllenTuck.
And AllenTuck hopes other people will follow in the footsteps of some of these inspirational honorees to keep spreading kindness, courage, and commitment throughout their day to day lives.
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