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As part of this initiative, Stew and Kim Leonard hosted a water safety demonstration at their home. (Stew Leonard Jr. is president of Stew Leonard’s and founder of the Stew Leonard III Children’s Charities.) This event was filmed by GOOD DAY NEW YORK for a segment about pool and water safety and featured YMCA of Norwalk Director of Aquatics, Carolyn Boyce plus three young swimmers who participate in the YMCA of Norwalk aquatics program. The segment will air on Thursday, June 5 between 8:00 and 8:30 am on Channel 5, the local New York FOX station. Tune in to see how the YMCA of Norwalk is well-represented by Carolyn and our three youngsters as they demonstrate ways to keep children safe in the water. About Carolyn Boyce Carolyn joined the YMCA staff in September of 2007, coming to us from the Nantucket Boys and Girls Club where she directed their Aquatics programs and Learning Center for three years. Prior to that, Carolyn served as the Aquatics Director for the City of Indianapolis where she worked with the State Board of Health to establish strong regulations for all city pools. Carolyn worked at Indiana University for 12 years and in that time coordinated and operated the Olympic Trials for Swimming, Diving, Water Polo and Synchronized Swimming. In 1987 she was a coordinator of the Pan American Games held in Indianapolis and in 1996 she was a coordinator at the Olympic Games aquatics events. Carolyn has coached teams in the United States and internationally. She holds certifications as a Water Safety Instructor and Life Guard, Pool Operator, CPR trainer and Swim Coach Level 3 and received her Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Education and Recreation from Indiana University. About the YMCA of Norwalk The YMCA of Norwalk is an affiliate of the YMCA of the USA and a partner agency of the United Way of Norwalk and Wilton. Its mission is to build strong kids, strong families and strong communities. Celebrating 80 years of serving the community, the YMCA of Norwalk is governed by two boards comprised of 40 community volunteers. For additional information about the organization and programs, visit www.norwalkymca.org. About the Stew Leonard III Children’s Charities The Stew Leonard III Children’s Charities promote safe and responsible growth and development in kids through nutritional awareness and water safety. Established in 1990, the charity provides thousands of swimming lessons and safety equipment through local YMCAs and Swim America. © Copyright by NorwalkPlus.com. Some articles and pictures posted on our website, as indicated by their bylines, were submitted as press releases and do not necessarily reflect the position and opinion of NorwalkPlus.com, Norwalk Plus magazine, Canaiden LLC or any of its associated entities. Articles may have been edited for brevity and grammar. Related Articles: Norwalk Hospital Diabetes Education program reaches out into the community - Sep 11, 2008 - 12:06 AM CityCenter Danbury hosts two-day festival - Sep 5, 2008 - 7:22 AM Free swim lessons at state parks and YMCAs - Jun 19, 2008 - 3:22 PM Residents brave heat to celebrate past, present and future of historic downtown - Jun 11, 2008 - 12:50 PM Mayor Richard A. Moccia will host reception to Celebrate the 80th Birthday of the YMCA of Norwalk - Jun 6, 2008 - 3:15 PM CURRENT HEADLINES: Top of Page
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