Class 201 made a bulletin board about Chris P. Bacon, world-famous pig in a wheelchair.

Class 201 made a bulletin board about Chris P. Bacon, world-famous pig in a wheelchair.

Ms. Perillo’s class has “adopted” a class mascot:  Chris P. Bacon, a pig in a wheelchair!  The students researched Chris’ story and created a classroom bulletin board. They are also brainstorming ways to help support Chris.

Chris P. Bacon was born with deformed hind legs and, as Eli D. said, “His owner wanted to put him to sleep, but the vet said he saw a light in him saved his life.” Chris was then adopted by veterinarian  Dr. Len Lucero. Matthew C. explained that Chris “couldn’t walk with his hind legs, so the vet made a wheelchair for him out of KNEX.”

Chris P. Bacon

Chris has since upgraded to a new wheelchair and has become very popular— he even has his own website, Facebook and Twitter accounts!  He has inspired many handicapped people from all over the world and the students love him.

Check out Chris P. Bacon’s story here:

And keep checking back here to see how Class 201 is helping Chris.