From September 16-20, elementary schools across the district held Start with Hello week. The initiative was started by Sandy Hook Promise, a national nonprofit organization founded and led by several family members whose loved ones were killed at Sandy Hook Elementary School on December 14, 2012.
The mission of this program is to teach empathy and empower students to end social isolation. Start with Hello was created to make people feel connected to others, which aligns with one of BBP’s core values: making sure all students feel like they belong. Throughout the week, students from Blue Point Elementary, Academy Street and Sylvan Avenue took part in various activities to encourage kindness and inclusivity.
