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Community Spirit Shines as Clemmons Elementary Builds Towering Cereal Box Dominoes |
Students and staff collect over 11,000 cereal boxes for local food pantry, creating a spectacular domino display |
In a remarkable display of community spirit, Clemmons Elementary School has once again outdone itself by collecting over 11,000 cereal boxes for the Clemmons Food Pantry.
This year's initiative not only surpassed previous efforts but also featured an awe-inspiring domino display that captivated students and staff alike.
Building on the success of last year's viral domino video, the school aimed to elevate the experience.
Partnering with Post Cereal in Asheboro, which generously matched up to 5,000 boxes, the community rallied together to amass a staggering total of 11,000 boxes.
The enthusiasm was palpable.
As one organizer noted, "When the cereal started coming in by the thousands a day, it was insane! This community, this school is incredible."
The culmination of this effort was a meticulously arranged domino display.
Thousands of boxes were lined up throughout the school, creating a cascading effect that concluded with a stunning spiral formation and towering display.
The excitement from last year's viral video had clearly ramped up anticipation for this year's event.
Reflecting on the experience, a participant shared, "The kids hauling cereal through the school every day was incredible. They all wanted to be a part of the food pantry and giving back to others."
Looking ahead, the school has set its sights on an even loftier goal.
Plans are already underway to top the world record of 12,952 boxes next year.
All the cereal collected will be donated to the Clemmons Food Pantry, providing much-needed support to those in need within the community.
This initiative not only highlights the generosity of the Clemmons community but also serves as an inspiring example of how collective efforts can make a significant impact.
As the school continues to build on this tradition, the spirit of giving and unity shines brighter than ever. |