Upper Merion HS Stages Walk Out For Peace

UPPER MERION, PA — Students, teachers, and staff at Upper Merion Area High School staged a walkout recently a statement against intolerance.

The district said in a statement that the walkout was a stand against several major instances of hate around the country in recent weeks, including the events in Charlottesville, Va.

The walkout took place on Sept. 22. Students and teachers gathered with staff on the football field and stood in the shape of a heart.

The walkout coincided with the district's recognition of the International Day of Peace.

Here's what the district had to say:

"The walk-out was a culminating demonstration for student body organizations such as No Place for Hate after a week-long program of announcements via The Morning Buzz to raise awareness to the school community about the values of tolerance, acceptance, and non-violence as part of a democratic society. During the walk-out, each student organization shared expressions of commitment to a safe and inclusive community. Students created the formation of a peace sign in the center of the football field, while linking arms in solidarity."

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