Students at Lee Road Elementary School in Levittown learned that it takes a lot of bravery to combat bullying. During the school’s “Get a Voice” character education kickoff assembly, Principal Anthony Goss narrated a skit that uncovered the scars left by such unkind acts.
Teacher Kerri Kelly asked a student to hold up a sheet of paper with the picture of an individual. Each time a rude word was said or an unkind act unfolded, the student crumpled up the paper until it became a ball, symbolizing how small malicious acts can make a person feel.
“When you say something unkind, you may not see the bumps and bruises at first,” Mr. Goss said in his narration. “But these acts and words leave scars.”
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The students then watched a popular music video featuring Sara Bareilles’ “Brave” and a performance from professional acting troupe Tom and Jerry about bullying and peer pressure.
According to Mr. Goss, the “Get a Voice” assembly was about providing students with the language and courage to use their voices in a positive way.
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