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Boom Boom Mancini visits Canfield, Austintown music class, Potential Development support

By Kelcey Norris Mahoning Matters

November 24, 2023 11:31 PM

Greg Kerr’s social studies class at Canfield High School got to meet a local legend: Ray “Boom Boom” Mancini. Canfield High School

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Ray ‘Boom Boom’ Mancini speaks at Canfield High School

Greg Kerr’s social studies class at Canfield High School got to meet a local legend: Ray “Boom Boom” Mancini.

Look who joined us at CHS....Boom Boom Mancini. He told Mr. Kerr's class to find a career you are passionate about and strive for perfection. pic.twitter.com/DHriUHz4gu
— Canfield Local School District (@CanfieldLocalSD) November 13, 2023

Mancini is a former professional lightweight boxer who was born in Youngstown and learned from his father.

He told Mr. Kerr’s class to find a career they are passionate about and strive for perfection.

Austintown second grade students learn Hang on Sloopy

Second grade students spent the week before Thanksgiving preparing for the upcoming OSU vs. Michigan college football game.

The students learned how to sing Hang on Sloopy with the arm movements for O-H-I-O.

The students also got to make buckeye necklaces to take home for the game.

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Mr. Anthony and 2 of our rock band students visited Mrs. Mazzella's 2nd graders to teach Hang on Sloopy! It all ties into the mini lesson the class is learning on Ohio symbols. They finished off the visit by making buckeye necklaces for the upcoming OSU vs. Michigan Game! pic.twitter.com/UcOVxQx9QX
— Austintown Schools (@AFalconFacts) November 21, 2023

Poland’s Thrift and Thrive supports Potential Development

Every month, Thrift and Thrive in Poland selects a charity each month to donate a portion of their proceeds.

Thrift and Thrive is a resale store located at 3279 E. Western Reserve Road in Poland.

“Giving back is at the very heart of Thrift and Thrive,” said Jody Cercone, director of operations. “We welcome the community to donate their gently used items and likewise shop for new treasures. We are also proud to support many charitable organizations like Potential Development throughout the year with a portion of our proceeds.”

Every month, Thrift and Thrive in Poland selects a charity each month to donate a portion of their proceeds. Jody Cercone, director of operations

According to Crissi Jenkins, Potential Development’s chief growth officer, the funds will be used for the school’s food pantry.

“During November, and as we approach Giving Tuesday on November 28, we recognize the importance of collaboration and are appreciative of this kind gesture from Thrift and Thrive,” said Jenkins.

Thrift and Thrive accepts donations from 8:00 a.m. – noon Monday through Friday and is open to the public Thursday through Saturday from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

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