LOWER LAKE, Calif. – Lower Lake High School is participating in “No Name-Calling Week,” which takes place Monday, Jan. 28, through Friday, Feb. 1.
During the nationwide event, schools attempt to reduce bullying.
Teacher Nancy Harby and part of the school’s leadership class have worked together for several weeks to create multiple displays, signs and activities for the week, including a library exhibit showcasing books on bullying, posters and artistic designs in the glass case outside the library, and even entering an online contest.
The idea of No Name-Calling Week came from the book “The Misfits” by James Howe.
The book is about a group of bullied seventh graders who advocate for a much safer school.
Typically, the focus of No Name-Calling Week is on fifth through eighth graders and it takes the place of the normal curriculum.
In the case of Lower Lake High, the event has been tailored to the school’s needs.
Rather than changing curriculum or interrupting class time, there will be lunch time activities and bulletin reminders to be a good person and to promote a safer image.
The effort also reminds students that they must be the change they want to see.
For more information visit www.nonamecallingweek.org .
Lacey Amaral is a freshman at Lower Lake High School in Lower Lake, Calif.