The Elwood PTA Council recently partnered with leading clothing brand GOAT USA to launch a special campaign to raise essential funds for school programs and initiatives. Students at Elwood Middle School and James H. Boyd Intermediate School had the chance to engage in an inspiring lesson centered around GOAT USA’s positive message of “ordinary people can do extraordinary things.” Students created “GOAT” stickers, and the company selected one winning design each from the two schools, then created stickers to be shared with all students and staff. The winner sticker for Boyd was designed by third grader Kaia Abdulkhalek, while the middle school’s winning design came from eighth grader Paige Karafiol.
Students and families had access to purchase exclusive GOAT USA apparel that was custom designed for the Elwood school community, with a portion of every sale donated directly to the school PTAs to provide enriching educational experiences throughout the year.
“While we always think about GOATs as famous athletes or music artists, the goal was for our students to think about who in their life is their GOAT and why, such as a family member, friend, teacher or coach,” Boyd Principal Elissa Millan said.
Date Added: 2/20/2025