Samoset Middle School students were visited by Sweethearts & Heroes on Dec. 3 and 4. Sweethearts & Heroes is an organization that travels the nation to inspire students to be upstanders, ignite empathy and become compassionate leaders. The assembly was led by founder Tom Murphy, who presented the idea of H.O.P.E. – “Hold on, possibilities exist.” Murphy then introduced his friend and co-founder, Rick Yarosh, who was severely injured while serving in the U.S. Army in Iraq. Yarosh shared his story and empowered students to provide others with hope.

The anti-bullying presentation gave students strategies to make a difference in others’ lives and tools to jump into action. Seneca students were encouraged to cultivate a supportive school community and spread the message of H.O.P.E. in their classrooms and beyond.

Click here to view the Sweethearts & Heroes Visits Samoset slideshow.

Date Added: 12/4/2024