Category: Cape Kid of the Month

Nick & Bella Caramico – Cape Kids of the Month – November 2017

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AMAZING Siblings with Big Hearts

Congratulations to Nick and Bella Caramico for being named our November Cape Kids of the Month! This brother and sister duo are well deserving of our award. They are shining stars in their schools, community, and family.  They embody Wear The Cape’s Mission; which is to be BETTER THAN THAT™ and be a hero!

A middle school student in Hillsborough, New Jersey, Nick wears his cape on a daily basis.  He consistently helps others, even strangers.  His mother, Cynthia, shared an example of when Nick was Wearing The Cape at the grocery store: when she turned around, she saw him helping an elderly man who was having trouble lifting his grocery bags.  At another time in the store, he picked up a bag of food and stated, “Mom, we really need to buy a few of these and give them to families that need them.” What a great Kid!

Outside of school Nick plays lacrosse, soccer, and is on two basketball teams. His dedication and hard work helped his Montgomery Flag Football team not only reach the Super bowl this year; but win! Nick’s teammates respect and admire him. They know he is always looking out for their best interests, as well as others. This is evident in his volunteer work in several children’s activities, and at a local food pantry. As well, he donates his time every year for the kidkind foundation annual holiday event; where he greets guests with that wonderfully big and warm smile.

We are not the only ones who recognize Nick’s efforts. He was honored to receive the Award for Character Excellence, also knows as the ACE Award, from his school. This award is given to students who are a fine example of the school’s six pillars of character: Trustworthiness, Respect, Responsibility, Fairness, Caring, and Citizenship.

Nick truly is an outstanding role model for all kids; but especially his younger sister, Bella, who shares that big, beautiful smile and amazing heart, with her big brother.

When Bella was asked to choose a topic for her 5th grade CCD program, she immediately chose to spotlight Wear The Cape. Her mom explained that she is so passionate about Wear The Cape’s mission that she wanted to share with her entire CCD program, which included adults and children. She worked diligently with a friend to create a perfect presentation, which included Power Point slides, pictures, and quotes of her encouraging others to “…always Wear The Cape, [and] be kind, not hurtful.”

An avid competitive dancer, Bella is graceful and kind both on and off the stage. She helps her fellow dancers through her encouragement, kind words, and positive attitude. Her love of dancing has brought much joy to her life, and her kind heart has brought much joy to ours.

We commend both Nick and Bella for their kindness, heroism, and “hearts of gold.” They are incredibly thoughtful and giving! Keep up the great work, Nick and Bella. We are so proud of you.

Cape Kid of the Month: September 2017: Abby Johnson

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Cape Kid of the Month: September 2017: Abby JohnsonIt is with great pride that we introduce Abby Johnson as our first Cape Kid of the Month for the 2017-2018 school year.  Abby has been a volunteer for Wear The Cape since she was in Middle School, helping with our annual holiday event and as an active member of our Junior Board, which is a group of fifteen young adults who help guide the ideals of kindness.

Now a senior at Bridgewater- Raritan High School, Abby works extremely hard to maintain her high grade point average, while taking honors classes, being student council representative, and being an officer on SHARE – Student Help And Resistance Education, where she leads anti-drug training to her peers.

Cape Kid of the Month: September 2017: Abby JohnsonAfter school hours, Abby volunteers as a basketball statistician, which she has done throughout all four years of high school. She also plays field hockey, where she served as captain of her team her Freshman year.

Abby is passionate about her dance career. She has attended Gotta Dance Studio as a Jazz Dancer since she was in Kindergarten. Throughout the years, Abby has won awards for being on the Dynamic Team and Showstoppers Troop Member.

Abby is a kindhearted and beautiful young woman, both inside and out.  While others were planning days at the beach or pool during the summer, Abby was volunteering at Rustic Pathways, where she assisted in repairing schools Cape Kid of the Month: September 2017: Abby Johnsonand teaching English and leadership skills to children in impoverished communities in Costa Rica.

A dedicated sister to her younger siblings, Abby coached her younger sister, Grace’s Pee Wee Lacrosse Team and has helped her brother Peter navigate through his first year of high school.

The “A “ in Abby stands for AMAZING and this is truly what this fine young woman is – compassionate, kind, and loving. Thank you, Abby, for always wearing your cape and for putting kindness above all.

Erin O’Boyle is the May 2017 Cape Kid of the Month

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Meet Erin O’Boyle, A Star on and Off the Field

It gives me great pleasure to introduce to you our Cape Kid of the Month, Erin O’Boyle. Erin is a freshman at Georgian Court University in New Jersey.  As most college students, Erin can be found studying in the library, attending classes, “hanging out” with her friends, and playing softball with the Lady Lions.

From the time she was in second grade, Erin has been helping others. When she was just eight years old, Erin would go to a family friend’s house every day after school to help a mother with three very young boys. She would play with the boys, help change diapers, and assist with homework.

Shortly after beginning third grade, Erin became an Alter Server at St. Theresa’s Parish in Kenilworth, New Jersey, where she continues to serve to date.  During her elementary school years Erin could be found helping others on a regular basis. Her mother, Merrily, proudly exclaims that teachers always praised Erin for her selflessness and the care and compassion she gave to her classmates.   She never hesitated to stand up for someone or for what was right.

As Erin grew into a fine young woman, her heart only grew bigger. She blossomed into a talented softball player, who was a valued member of the David Brearly Bears Girls Basketball and Softball Team.  Her former high school teacher, Mrs. Marranca, commented that, “Erin is a joy to have in class. She can often be found helping others and strives to be the best she can.”

During the last three years of High School, Erin gave up two to three weeks of her summer to volunteer at Smart Fun Camps, where she helped students with reading, writing, and math. She also volunteered in her church’s Youth Group and continued her Alter Serving at church.

In a Fios News 1 segment on Wear The Cape, Erin expressed her gratitude to Wear the Cape for our work with young children. She stated how proud she was to be a part of such a special organization that helps others. “It’s important to help others,” she proclaimed – and this is how she lives her life.

Even with her tough college courses and softball schedule, Erin continues to find time to help others. Rather than go to an island for Spring Break, Erin volunteered to spend one week helping to rebuild an old house as a service project with Habitat for Humanity.

Erin has shown us that you can bring good works and kindness with you to college. Thank you, Erin for being a great Cape Kid and for Wearing YOUR Cape daily.