Alexandra Capellini

A Proud Cancer Survivor and Courageous Amputee

"As long as you believe in yourself, you can do anything you set your mind to."

-Alexandra Capellini

A Message from Alexandra

"Hello, this is Alexandra. I am a 13 years old amputee and cancer survivor. This web site is for you to keep up with my progress, news and other parts of my life. I hope this web site inspires you to try new things and to live life to its fullest."

This web site is made for you to keep up with Alexandra's life, her medical situation and important news and events, in hopes that she stays in remission and learns to cope with her new life as an amputee. You are welcome to sign the guestbook, visit the "links" page for some helpful sites and keep up with our family on the "recent news" page.

Alexandra is the New York State Senator for a Day!

May 13, 2009

Senator Marty Golden and Alexandra

Alexandra recently won the New York State "Senator for a Day" contest, sponsored by New York Senator Marty Golden. Participants had to write about what they would do for the community as Senator for a Day. Alexandra wrote about increasing enrollment and funding for Catholic elementary schools in New York. As many of you know, recent decisions have been made to shut down many Catholic elementary schools within the five boroughs and throughout the state. Alexandra won the contest amidst 1000 other applicants! She will be awarded with a class trip to Albany, as well as lunch and an interview with the senator! Congratulations, Alexandra! We are so proud of you!

We are back from China!

September 4- 12, 2008

Hello everyone! It is Alexandra! Mom and I got back from China on September 12th! The trip was one of the most rewarding experiences we have ever shared! In China, Mom and I were able to visit the Summer Palace, attend the Paralympic Opening Ceremonies and even see Paralympic sporting events and meet Paralympians! We had a great time with the Paralympic Academy on our trip. Mom and I were even able to climb the Great Wall! If you are interested in reading part of my online diary of our trip to China visit: www.alexandracapellini.blogspot.com