PASS Graduation Matters fundraiser a success

Despite the dreary weather, more than 40 runners gathered at Havre High School Saturday morning for the first Graduation Matters 5K Fun Run/Walk, sponsored by the school's Partners Advocating for Student Success team.

Karla Coy, counselor and PASS adviser, said there was a great turnout.

"Our goal is to look at the dropout rate in our school and what students can do to help change that statistic," she said. "We pair together, oftentimes, with student council or with Key Club. ...We hope to do it every May to highlight graduation."

Coy said the proceeds will be used to help purchase incen...