Dear Wildcat Families,
Wednesday’s news of the verdict in the killing of Breonna Taylor has raised strong feelings for all of us. It’s hard to fathom how the justice system can stand by after an unarmed Black person is killed in their home, let alone by persons acting on all of our behalf as employees of the government.
Our teachers and counselors stand by, as always, to help your students process their feelings, emotions, questions, and concerns. Please encourage your students to advocate for themselves by asking for breaks, or space to talk individually or as a group about what is on their minds. With all the stresses students and families are feeling already, we have a variety of mental health supports available. Please encourage your student to reach out to their counselor if there is anything that they need, even and especially if they think that need is beyond hope.
Thanks again for entrusting us with your children during these difficult times, and please let us know if there is anything we can do to support.
Sincerely,
Paul J. Karafiol, Ed.D.
Principal
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