By Zorian Edwards Editor-In-Chief 

On Oct. 24, the Saegertown 6 (student council) is hosting a blood drive at Saegertown in the gym, and we encourage you to come donate. On the day of the drive, the student council will keep track of when each person should be donating at their assigned time. 

“We’re just hoping that students and teachers will consider donating if they are able,” Student Council advisor, Mrs. Scott said. “Students will sign up the week before the drive.”

DONORS MUST

· Be at least 17 years old (16 with parental consent)

· Weigh at least 110 pounds

· No tattoo or piercing in the past 3 months

· Be in general good health and eat before donating

· PHOTO ID REQUIRED

If you do not meet these qualifications you cannot donate to the blood drive; there are no exceptions.

Why should you donate? 

• Donating is a generous thing to do. It helps people in need and it helps people in your community. When you give, others live.
• Donors, especially those who donate regularly, keep our nation’s blood supply stable. Although many people donate blood after disasters, blood is needed every day of the year.
• There is no substitute for blood. Donors provide the only supply of life-saving blood for those in need.
• Donating is simple, fast, and convenient. The donation process can take as little as 45 minutes of your time but can make a lifelong difference for someone else.

Have Questions? You can find more information here or ask Mrs. Scott (Email: [email protected]).