- October 12, 2024
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Michael’s ‘Ohana presented plush BRAVE Bunnies at Morning Star School in partnership with Gianna Capri, Miss Sunshine State Elementary America 4th Grade, on April 26.
The BRAVE Bunnies are part of the official anti-bullying campaign of the Miss Elementary, Miss Jr. High, Miss High School and Miss Collegiate American organization, according to a press release.
BRAVE stands for “Building Respect and Values for Everyone.” Gianna, now a third-grade student at St. Brendan’s Catholic School, will be representing Florida this summer at the Elementary National Pageant in Little Rock, Arkansas.
Michael’s ‘Ohana was founded in June 2021 in memory of Ormond Beach resident Michael Alberico. It partners with nonprofits raising money and gift donations for those with special needs.
Gianna handed out BRAVE Bunnies to every student at Morning Star School as a reminder to be kind to everyone, according to the press release. Her brother Anthony is in eighth grade and will be attending high school at Morning Star School next fall.
“Bullying someone because they are different is never acceptable,” the press release states. “At Michael’s ‘Ohana we live by … ‘Be Someone’s Michael’: kind, loving, respectful, funny, caring, sweet, full of joy and happiness. Always looking out for those who may need a helping hand or just a friend.”
