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Last week, our school celebrated Say Something and Start With Hello Week, initiatives designed to promote compassion, empathy, and social skills among our students. These programs are part of a broader effort to foster a safe and welcoming school environment where everyone feels valued and supported. Say Something The "Say Something" program is a campaign aimed at empowering young people to speak up about their feelings and concerns. Through this initiative, we teach students the importance of expressing what they feel and seeking help when they need it. This approach promotes a culture of open communication, where students feel comfortable sharing their experiences and worries, and where the value of listening to others is recognized. Speak out Start With Hello "Start With Hello" is another initiative focused on creating connections. This program encourages students to start conversations and be inclusive with their peers. Encouraging students to greet ot...

What is “Say Something”? Have you ever heard about something worrying that happened to a friend or acquaintance, but you preferred to stay silent to avoid problems? Or maybe you knew someone was in danger, but because you didn't get involved, you didn't report it. What you may not have known is that by sharing what you saw or heard, you could have prevented a tragedy. Studies show that 70% of people who commit suicide mentioned it or gave a signal to someone before making that decision. The same goes for those who self-harm, suffer from bullying, or plan to harm others. What is “Say Something” about? The “Say Something” program seeks to raise awareness in our community about the importance of Speaking up and Reporting risk signs to prevent unfortunate situations from occurring. Through activities throughout the school year, the program encourages all members of the JFK community, including parents, students and staff, to take action when they notice concerning behavior....