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Student holds up a book titled Kinsey's Kidney Adventure.
he Power of Kindness and Understanding

Since March is Kidney Awareness Month, Leah asked her mom, Kristel Storm, if she could bring in her kidney book to share with her friends. When Kristel asked why, Leah simply said, “Because everyone is different, Mom, and I want my friends to know more about me.” 

Ms. Petramale welcomed the idea, and Leah’s classmates eagerly listened, asked thoughtful questions, and learned so much from her story. The District is incredibly proud of Leah for her courage and openness, and we are grateful to Ms. Petramale for creating such a warm and inclusive classroom.

Leah was born with end-stage renal disease and spent the first years of her life on dialysis. But on July 23, 2019, her father, Craig Storm, gave her the ultimate gift—one of his kidneys. Today, Leah is thriving with her transplant, and her story is a powerful reminder of resilience, love, and the strength of family.

Let’s all follow Leah’s lead—embrace differences, share our stories, and always be kind.

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