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Safety, Self Defense, and Building Confidence

By Heath Halley on November 13, 2018

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Safety, Self Defense, and Building Confidence

News reports of the abductions of teenagers such as Molly Tibbetts just a few hours away from us have us all concerned. Our job is not only to provide a safe environment in which young people can learn but to make sure they leave our buildings with the skills to be safe in the world in which we live. Recently, during professional development time, a group of female staff took a self-defense course offered by Midwest Martial Arts Academy here in Unionville. It was a very positive experience. We are pleased to offer that same opportunity to any high school girl, free of charge, on Tuesday, November 20th immediately after early release. Knowing what to do in a dangerous situation will give our young women the confidence they need moving on to all the challenges that lie ahead. Self-defense courses similar to this have been offered on college campuses for years; we believe it’s time to take the initiative to see that our girls have those skills as early as possible.

Mrs. Klinginsmith will be offering a brief life skills course for young men in the high school library on Tuesday before Thanksgiving break as well.  Anyone wanting to finally know how to manage tying a tie should plan to attend. Again, building confidence is our goal. Here’s wishing you all a safe and happy Thanksgiving.

Dr. Heath Halley Ed. D.

Putnam County R-I

Office 660 (947) 3361 ext. 301