Blood drive to take place

Isabella Benjamin, Reporter • October 6, 2025 • 69 Views

Give Blood. Jacob Wilt and Kayla Mantini eat their snacks after participating in the blood drive. Student Council held the blood drive as a partnership with the Red Cross.

On Oct. 21, Student Council will be holding their semiannual blood drive. This is a partnership with the Red Cross.

“I believe students should be motivated to give blood because you never know who may need it,” Student Council adviser Amy Palfey said. “We should all realize it could be us, or a family member at any given time.”

Donors must be 16 years of age and at least 130 pounds. Students who are 16 and planning to donate must have parent permission. All donors need a photo ID.

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Isabella Benjamin, Reporter

My name is Isabella Benjamin, but everyone calls me Izzie, and this is my first year on staff. I have loved taking photos since I was little and it was when I watched Gilmore Girls that I realized I could write and take photos in school. Aside from Mountain Echo I am involved in student council, Girls’ League, S.A.D.D. ( Students Against Destructive Decisions) and more. Outside of school, you can find me skiing, hanging out with my friends and family or always shopping. A fun fact about me is that I am an alpine ski racer. I am grateful for the opportunity to be a part of 2025-26 Mountain Echo staff, and hope to have a great year.