Stagg HS pledges to Say Something

Stagg High School will participate in “Say Something Week,” created by the Sandy Hook Foundation to empower students to speak up to a trusted adult when or if they are concerned about a safety issue at school, with a friend, or in their community.

“Together with input from Erin Wendt and Brian Dennis’ Freshman Advisory class and student and staff members of the Student Intervention Team Councils, Stagg has developed a series of activities to celebrate “Say Something Week” and empower Chargers to be advocates for their own safety and that of their classmates and staff,” said Head Dean Mary Pat Carr.

As a school, Stagg High School will participate in the following activities:

Monday, 10/19: During Advisory, all students and staff will watch a student lead video that explains the history and goals of “SSW.” The video includes a 2 minute YouTube clip that is very impactful, but may be difficult for some to watch. Student planners were very clear that this video’s impact will be strong and beneficial for the entire Stagg community, but we recommend giving kids a heads up about it first.

Tuesday, 10/20: All students and staff will receive a green “Say Something” bracelet in their First Period class to wear as a reminder to “Say Something” if they ever see, hear or read something concerning. The Sandy Hook Foundation donated 1,000 bracelets to the school.

Wednesday, 10/21: All students and staff are encouraged to wear green to show they they WILL “Say Something.”

Thursday, 10/22: During lunches (10:30 a.m. - 1:20 p.m.), all students are invited to sign a banner to be displayed in the Commons as a pledge to “Say Something.” A photo of the banner created by Erin Wendt and Brian Dennis’ Advisory is attached.

Friday, 10/23:

• Students will hear a daily announcement that relates to “SSW” after the pledge.
• A daily tweet that relates to “SSW” will be made by the Stagg Twitter account. Students and staff are encouraged to favorite and retweet.
• The campus will have green bows on as many trees as possible to show parents and community Stagg students and staff will “Say Something.”