The whole school and then some gathered for a bake sale Friday at Sorensen Magnet School of the Arts and Humanities to support fourth grader Benji Stribling, center, in his battle with a rare form of brain cancer. Around Benji, from left: Sister Riven Stribling, grandma Jill Richardson, mom Katie Fagan, aunt Lindsey Fagan, cousin William Bowman and teacher Crystal Bain.
March 8, 2025
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Sorensen community wraps arms around student with brain tumor
Sorensen community wraps arms around student with brain tumor
He wore a cool black jacket and a big grin. When the wind picked up, his mom covered his bright red hair with an even brighter red cap. Although it was a bit chilly on the playground Friday afternoon, Sorensen Magnet School of the Arts and Humanities fourth grader Benji Stribling was feeling the love as his entire school conducted a bake sale just for him. "It made my heart warm up," he said, his grin growing into a smile.