Dave Elchoness wants to see kindness rewarded just as much as academics, with graduating seniors recognized as “kindness valedictorians.” The idea is his way of continuing his son’s legacy.
“What we really need in the world are people being kind, being compassionate, listening to each other and collaborating,” he said. “Those attributes don’t have an award.”His son, Peter Bonn-Elchoness, was 17 when he died suddenly in November from myocarditis, an inflammation of the heart muscle typically caused by an infection. He was a senior at Niwot High School who would have graduated this month.
Each will receive a $250 gift card, while a $250 donation will be made in their name to a youth-centered nonprofit of their choice. A community party to celebrate the winners is planned for July. The winners were chosen by Elchoness, Bonn and Peter’s two brothers, Henry and Charlie. Also on the selection committee were Peter’s friend and Niwot graduating senior Ryan Lady and Niwot High teacher Sarah Demmel.
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