Bergen County Sheriff's Youth Leadership Academy

Congratulations and THANK YOU to all the Cadets who weathered through the storm this past Sunday for the Susan B. Komen’s Race for a Cure 5K Run. Collectively, 29 Cadets participated and raised $2,940.00. A special thanks to our new In-House Staff Volunteer Photographer, Mrs. Ladewig, who supplied numerous photos of the event that are available for your review in the Photos section of Teampages.

WEST ORANGE — Despite the rain today, thousands of people turned out for the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure event held at the Essex County South Mountain Recreation Complex in West Orange, several participants reported.

The event raised $1.4 million through today, and a total of $1.5 million in receipts is anticipated, said Lisa Gallipoli, executive director of Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure, North Jersey affiliate, which sponsored the event.

That represents an increase over the $1.4 million raised for the event last year, she said.

“It was pretty amazing,” said Kathi Edelson Wolder, public relations chairwoman for the event. “We had a terrific turnout … The rain held off for both events.”

A race and a walk were held separately, along with the annual survivors’ celebration, Edelson said.

Among the celebrities lending a hand were “Today” show co-host Hoda Kotb, a four-year breast cancer survivor, who served as master of ceremonies for the survivor procession.

Gallipoli said 7,500 people were registered to participate. She acknowledged that heavy rain in the morning kept some people away but estimated there still were “5,000 or 6,000 people on site.”

“It was a tremendous success. We were thrilled with the hospitality of the county and our new venue,” she said.

On behalf Of Ofc. Iula, myself, and the instructors unable to attend we are VERY proud of each and every one of you for the dedication and teamwork shown tonight. Keep up the good work and remember “It never matters how many times you get knocked down, just how many times you get up!”

All cadets are to bring with them this Wednesday in writing at least one idea for a Community event between mid May and the end of this year. The information will include the event, the time, location, the contact info of the person organizing the event and what we will be doing. We do not want on a piece of paper the words 5k June 1st………we need ALL the information. The word LEADERSHIP is now going to be enforced to the fullest, every cadet has shown the capable of going above and beyond and `now it’s time to show the Community. Park cleanups, hospital service, Animal rescue, etc; SHOW US WHAT YOU GOT!

The 5K Run is only 4 weeks away!!! Attached is a running guide for a 5K run. Please follow it and I am sure you will be surprised with your personal achievements. Good luck!