Accepting the Challenge

There has perhaps never been a more difficult time for our young adults than the current times in which we live.  It seems that the dangers we as adults faced growing up pale in comparison to what is the norm today.  Consider bullying, for instance.  I shared with faculty that there are certain things I am self-conscious of as an adult because of the teasing I endured as an adolescent.  And while at that time parents and teachers may have brushed aside reports of teasing and taunting, a lot has changed since then, and sadly, many lives have been lost as a result.

At Hopewell, we realize the delicate stage of growth and development that our students are either entering or currently going through.  This is one of the reasons we have chosen to address bullying and harassment from many perspectives:

1. Hopewell Administration communicates to students on a regular basis that there is absolutely no tolerance for bullying and harassment. Student reports of bullying and harassment are addressed as quickly as possible.
2. Hopewell students are being asked to "accept the challenge" on Wednesday, October 5th. You will have an opportunity to accept the challenge as well on October 5th at 7pm in the gym. Want to know what it's all about? Visit www.rachelschallenge.org for more information.We have invited the entire community, and hope you will join us to be a part of this exciting, life-changing experience.
3. On Friday 9/30 during homeroom, all students will view a presentation I created to help them understand the severity of bullying and harassment behaviors and the consequences if they choose to engage in them.  I will make the presentation available on the website as well as this blog.