The school’s third blood drive of the school year is on its way, and here are the details.

According to an email from National Honor Society co-moderator Mr. Joshua Payne-Elliott, the drive will take place April 15 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Welch Activity Center. The donors must be 17 years old, or 16 with a signed parent permission slip, and meet the required minimum height and weight. They have to be in good health and also present a photo ID at registration.

If anyone has any further questions, contact Kristine Pierce at [email protected].

Payne-Elliott said, “Blood is the most precious gift that anyone can give to another person — the gift of life. Along with helping save lives, there are a number of reasons why donating blood is important.” Payne-Elliott also cited the following:

— A single donation can save three lives. One blood donation provides different blood components that can help up to three different people.

— Blood cannot be manufactured. Despite medical and technological advances, blood cannot be made, so donations are the only way to provide give blood to those who need it.

— Blood is needed every two seconds. Nearly 21 million blood component are transfused in the United States every year.

— Only 37 percent of the country’s population is able to donate blood.

— Your friends or family may need your blood someday.