Tuesday, May 6, 2014

A ~ OK! @ Sojourn Truth High School: Essex County Juvenile Detention Center

It's the little things, that make
 the greatest difference in the world...
Acts of Kindness ~ A-OK!
I sat down for a moment and tears of joy and appreciation began to flow. Although 30 consecutive Days of Acts of Kindness are completed, A-OK continues.

After reading The Star Ledger article, entitled In A Cold Month, His Kind Deeds Warm Hearts, written by Barry Carter,

determined teachers of the Sojourn Truth High School located within the Essex County Juvenile Detention Center invited Jemmie Adams and Denise Goodson to speak about the 30 Day journey of Acts of Kindness.

Barry Carter of The Star Ledger, explains why he decided to cover this unique story as students listened and asked questions. Our presentation, given during the Sojourn Truth Empathy Project focused on being Peaceful and Kind during the month of February.

Students were acknowledged with a certificate for displaying acts of Peacemaking among their peers. As music filled the air with Heal This Land I Call Home, by Eleanor Parker, Staff and male students began to praise dance.

Such an inspiring Event, which promotes world peace and positive change among the melting pot of our Human Race. The student body has accomplished the amazing task of making "Happy Signs" which are anti-gun and anti-violence quotes which will be hung throughout the City of Newark, NJ.

I am in awesome wonder, from the staff to the students the warm welcoming energy was felt. To our surprise, each of us were presented with a hand made gift. Their hospitality, will linger in our hearts forever.

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