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The Circle of Gratitude 

4/29/2015

 

Ms. Lynne gives to us, so today we decided to give back to Ms. Lynne...the circle of giving!

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Today two amazing students of mine, Dominque & Nyesha blessed one of our volunteers by decorating a beautiful hat that she will be wearing to a Kentucky Derby fundraiser party this weekend! It was so beautiful to watch two teenagers be so kind, loving and gracious to a 92-year-old woman! 

I know that the events that took place this week in Baltimore revealed to the world many young urban teens acting poorly, however, if you walked in my shoes all day you would see the opposite. All day I see wonderful young teenagers behaving honorably, graciously and respectfully. 

Urban teens need hope, good role models and adults that are willing to model good behavior as well as guide them and cheer them through the rough times that all teens face. Don't be discouraged at what you saw that took place in Baltimore. I am here to tell you that there are so many great teens in this country doing the right thing every day. Today, I witness this first hand. Love, Ms. B.

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    Donna Bonavia

    I am an art educator and  a professional artist. I write this blog to guide my students in  (SEL) social, emotional, and academic development. S.E.L. is the District of Columbia Public School's priority because we believe that we must educate the whole child.


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