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Students give out White Ribbons to halt Domestic Violence |
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Posted by familydynamics on February 12, 2008
As part of the academy’s community service learning project, Think Globally, Act Locally, and Massachusetts’ first White Ribbon Day on Thursday, students, in conjunction with Wile, have been creating white ribbons to be distributed to local businesses with marquees that explain what White Ribbon Day is. The ribbons have been attached to little pieces of paper that provide a Web site for more information about White Ribbon Day. Students have created posters and signs as well to hang up to spread the word to end domestic violence against women.
Think Globally, Act Locally, is focused on preventing the exploitation of women and children this year.”The students in this school have a strong interest in the topic in terms of issues of injustice,” Georges said. “It helps them to take positive personal actions, it’s a part of creating change in the community. If every individual takes a stand in any way, the number multiplies. Kids do an extraordinary job when taking action.” Bethany Noseworthy, a guidance counselor at the school, believes that the White Ribbon Campaign and White Ribbon Day will greatly benefit students in their future. |
