This BPS teacher is running Boston for kids at Camp Shriver

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I’m running the Boston Marathon for the kids of Camp Shriver! Camp Shriver is an inclusive summer camp in Boston that serves children with and without disabilities, many from low-income households. Camp Shriver creates a welcoming community where children of all abilities can come together and thrive. Campers are able to build social skills, create strong friendships, and grow their confidence. The experience at Camp Shriver is free to all campers, allowing children of many backgrounds to come together and experience an enriching summer filled with fun, play, friendships, and learning. 

As a Boston Public Schools teacher, I am passionate about the lives of children and strongly believe in organizations that uplift children and provide them with enriching opportunities. A summer at Camp Shriver gives these opportunities to so many children. I am so honored to be running the 2025 Boston Marathon for Camp Shriver!

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