HOUSTON – A local elementary school is being recognized for their historic efforts to help patients with leukemia.
River Oaks Elementary students raised over $37,000 with their participation in "Pennies for Patients."
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The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society held a celebration for the students on Thursday to thank them for their hard work.
Not only did the students surpass their $25,000 fundraising goal, they also become the top raising Texas elementary school in history.
KPRC and our own Eric Braate have teamed up with the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society to raise money and awareness to fight blood cancers.
Braate is taking part in the Ironman World Championship triathlon in Hawaii in October.
You can read more about his journey and learn how you can donate to the cause by clicking here.