Dear Parents and Guardians,
The terrible tragedy that occurred on February 14, 2018 at the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Florida has started many conversations at a state and national level. Students from all parts of our nation are creating ways to show solidarity to the victims, their families and also trying to raise awareness about school safety. One of the many movements that is being promoted is a National School Walkout on March 14, organized by the Women’s March Youth Empower group. This group is asking students to walk out of school for 17 minutes in recognition of the 17 people killed as a call for Congress to pass gun reform legislation.
In anticipation of Brockport student participation, our school administrators met with students to discuss their plans for the walkout and review school expectations. Our role as educators is to ensure our students are informed and understand the purpose and consequences of demonstrations such as this. We respect our students’ right to express themselves; however, ensuring the safety of students and staff is our top priority.
Students who wish to participate in the walkout must sign up in the main office by the end of the school day on Tuesday, March 13. These students may not leave class earlier than 9:50 a.m. or return later than 10:30 a.m. on the day of the walkout or their absence will be considered unexcused. Students must walk to the designated walkout location, which will be announced Wednesday morning. Students are fully responsible for making up all work they miss while they are out of class.
While the district is not taking a stance relative to the political aspects surrounding gun control, we want to ensure our students who wish to participate feel supported. Therefore, we have made arrangements to promote a safe and secure demonstration by having a law enforcement presence on campus and staff supervision.
Brockport High School students and staff have a rich mixture of different backgrounds and viewpoints. As our core belief states, we value integrity, diversity and respect for all. We appreciate your partnership in promoting acceptance, inclusion and understanding.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at 585-637-1870 or [email protected].
Thank you,
Brian Weller, Ed.D.
Principal, Brockport High School
The terrible tragedy that occurred on February 14, 2018 at the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Florida has started many conversations at a state and national level. Students from all parts of our nation are creating ways to show solidarity to the victims, their families and also trying to raise awareness about school safety. One of the many movements that is being promoted is a National School Walkout on March 14, organized by the Women’s March Youth Empower group. This group is asking students to walk out of school for 17 minutes in recognition of the 17 people killed as a call for Congress to pass gun reform legislation.
In anticipation of Brockport student participation, our school administrators met with students to discuss their plans for the walkout and review school expectations. Our role as educators is to ensure our students are informed and understand the purpose and consequences of demonstrations such as this. We respect our students’ right to express themselves; however, ensuring the safety of students and staff is our top priority.
Students who wish to participate in the walkout must sign up in the main office by the end of the school day on Tuesday, March 13. These students may not leave class earlier than 9:50 a.m. or return later than 10:30 a.m. on the day of the walkout or their absence will be considered unexcused. Students must walk to the designated walkout location, which will be announced Wednesday morning. Students are fully responsible for making up all work they miss while they are out of class.
While the district is not taking a stance relative to the political aspects surrounding gun control, we want to ensure our students who wish to participate feel supported. Therefore, we have made arrangements to promote a safe and secure demonstration by having a law enforcement presence on campus and staff supervision.
Brockport High School students and staff have a rich mixture of different backgrounds and viewpoints. As our core belief states, we value integrity, diversity and respect for all. We appreciate your partnership in promoting acceptance, inclusion and understanding.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at 585-637-1870 or [email protected].
Thank you,
Brian Weller, Ed.D.
Principal, Brockport High School
