Youngstown boy surprised at school with adaptive bike
Students at Paul C. Bunn Elementary School in Youngstown always gather in the morning for breakfast and announcements, but never are the announcements delivered how they were on Wednesday. "Why is he riding on a bike? He's too old," said fifth grade student Jayden Brown. Those were the first thoughts than ran through Brown's head as he watched his principal ride into the cafeteria.

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio - Students at Paul C. Bunn Elementary School in Youngstown always gather in the morning for breakfast and announcements, but never are the announcements delivered how they were on Wednesday.
"Why is he riding on a bike? He's too old," said fifth grade student Jayden Brown.
Those were the first thoughts than ran through Brown's head as he watched his principal ride into the cafeteria. It wasn't long, though, before Jayden realized that bike was in fact his new ride, a gift made possible by the district's physical therapist who secured it through the Hine Memorial Fund.
"It is difficult for Jayden to find activities for him to exercise. He actually has a twin brother who plays football. His name is Jordan and Jayden is actually the manager for the football team and he loves to watch, but he doesn't have something that is kind of unique for him. So, we thought this might be a great opportunity for him," said physical therapist Frank Bell with Youngstown City Schools.
Jayden was born with spina bifida, which limits his mobility. While his mom says he's never been discouraged by his condition, she's excited about what he will gain by having this bike.
"Progress, strength, excel to his highest potential, not mine, not anyone else's expectations, but his. Keep pushing him to be the best Jayden can be," said Jayden's mother Charitter Brown.
A mother's wish for her boy whose determination is always in high gear.