Subject: recent events
From: "Sally Selby" <[email-masked]>
Date: 30 Apr 2015 14:14:41 -0400

Dear Middle School Parents,

We have been watching recent events with concern, as I know you have.  This morning for our Meeting for Worship, I read the following to our students:

We are reminded by events this week of the violence, injustice and tragedy being experienced in our area, in our country and in our world.

The lived truth of the African-American community is in front of us in Baltimore, there is loss of life in Nepal and India, there is hatred expressed toward members of religious groups, whether in a local synagogue or on a global level where Christians and Muslims are victims of persecution.  Because we acknowledge the injustice, unrest, and tragic loss of lives around the world, we ask you to hold all who struggle in the Light.

This morning’s query:  How does our School community respond to intolerance and human suffering and work toward a more just and peaceful world?

Both students and faculty contributed thoughtful messages during the Meeting.

For those of you who are interested in additional resources to help guide your discussions with your children, we suggest the following:

http://www.tolerance.org/publication/beyond-golden-rule

http://www.pbs.org/parents/talkingwithkids/news/agebyage_3.html

We welcome your perspectives as we go forward.  Please don't hesitate to contact any of us with questions or concerns.

Sally

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