HMS School for Children with Cerebral Palsy will host its 5th Annual Community Day on Saturday, Oct. 3, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at its campus located at 4400 Baltimore Avenue. The annual event brings together students, families, staff, alumni, and neighbors to celebrate World Cerebral Palsy Day, mark HMS’s 144th anniversary, and honor the students who drive the school’s mission forward.

This year’s Community Day carries special significance as HMS unveils its Vision for Impact—the centerpiece of a new six-year strategic plan. The roadmap focuses on strengthening the school’s core programs, expanding services, deepening community connections, and creating new possibilities for students and their families.

“The magic of HMS has always come from the extraordinary capabilities, joy, and resilience of our students,” said HMS President & CEO Theresa Newhard. “As we chart our path for the years ahead, we are committed to providing our students with a school experience that redefines what’s possible. Our Vision for Impact includes everyone who believes in this commitment and champions the individuality of our students.”

As part of this milestone celebration, HMS is inviting the broader community to help raise $72,000 during its largest fundraiser of the year to support essential student therapies, specialized services, and future programming.

Event Highlights & Activities

Community Day is free, fully accessible, and family-friendly. Attendees can enjoy a wide array of activities throughout the afternoon, including:

• Live music and entertainment
• A “Fun Run and Roll”
• Face painting and T-shirt tie-dyeing
• A scavenger hunt and Game Zone
• Fresh cotton candy and concessions
• A floor hockey demonstration by the Philadelphia Flyers PowerPlay Power Wheelchair Team
• An auction featuring sports memorabilia and local experience packages

For more information and to support the school, visit: https://hmsschool.org/communityday.

(Photo courtesy of HMS School)