HFCS Is Taking On Rachel’s Challenge

Rachel Scott was the first student killed in the Columbine High School tragedy on April 20, 1999. Her acts of kindness and compassion, coupled with the contents of her six diaries, are the foundation of an anti-violence school program that will be coming to Hoosick Falls Central School on November 23. Students in grades 5 through 12 in the HFCS District will be attending a presentation called “Rachel’s Challenge.”
While addressing the Columbine High School tragedy, Rachel’s Challenge delves into the concept of anti-bullying, the acceptance of others and compassion. The goals of Rachel’s Challenge are to eliminate prejudice by looking for the best in others, dare to dream, choose your influences, kind words, and start a chain reaction with family and friends. “This program consists of an emotionally charged school assembly, a peer training session, and an evening community event that will inspire every listener towards a life of kindness and compassion. Your school will never be the same after experiencing Rachel’s Challenge, “ according to Rachel’s Challenge website at www.rachelschallenge.com
On November 23 students in grades 9 through 12 will attend the presentation at 8 am and students in grades 5 through 8 will attend the presentation at 9:30 am.  Parents and community members are invited to a special presentation of Rachel’s Challenge at 7 pm in the Hoosick Falls Central School Auditorium on November 23.  The presentation is one hour in length.
The program is made possible through the District’s Character Education program and administration.