Local Sixth Grade Students Learn the Message, “Yes You Can”

By Farmingdale Observer Staff Posted on April 10, 2014

Hundreds of Howitt Middle School sixth graders recently learned the inspirational story of Lloyd Bachrach, a paralympian, entrepreneur and author, as part of the motivational student ‘Yes You Can’ program.

Bachrach, who was born with a congenital bone deficiency, explained to the students about the importance of overcoming adversity, establishing goals and helping others to succeed.

— Submitted by the Farmingdale School District

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