MANCHESTER – From the township police department to motivational speaking, Superintendent Diane Pedroza’s use of the popular motto “it takes a village to raise a child” was in full swing in recent weeks.
Superintendent Pedroza often shares her view about how it does in fact take a village to raise a child, and “here in Manchester we are so grateful for all who support our students as a part of our village.”
In recent weeks Pedroza said there have been some “wonderful examples of how Manchester Township School District comes together with our community to proactively provide guidance and education on the hurdles that students may face.”
At the elementary school level, L.E.A.D. instructors from the Manchester Township Police Department began the L.E.A.D. Program with fifth-grade students. Law Enforcement Against Drugs and Violence is a non-profit organization, supported by dedicated police officers, committed to protecting youth from drugs, drug-related crimes, peer-to-peer/cyberbullying, and violence.
Angela Teeple, a former Manchester Township school teacher, athlete, author, and motivational speaker points to the screen noting “All In” as she shares her life journey and the importance of resilience and perseverance with students during a recent assembly at Manchester High School. (Photo courtesy Manchester Schools)
Officers discussed the problems of vaping to 7th graders in an interactive lesson. Before they left, the officers stopped by the Middle School small group instruction class for a “cup of joe” from The Mustang Joe’s crew. The students excitedly served the officers and share everything about their Mustang Joe’s coffee cart initiative.
The school district thanked Police Sgt. Craig, Officer Sullivan, Officer Weed, and Officer Brush for spending time today MTMS students and continuing to make a positive impact. “We appreciate our continued partnership,” Pedroza said.
Over at the township high school, students participated in an assembly with Angela Teeple, a former teacher, athlete, author, and motivational speaker who shared with students her life journey and the importance of resilience and perseverance.
During the presentation, students listened intently and participated in lessons on how to be “All In” when it comes to good decision-making, resilience, and holding the power to write their own stories. Students spent time in plank challenges showcasing the importance of mental strength.
The students discussed having the right mindset to keep them going through life’s challenges and according to educators, “left the assembly buzzing with positivity, food for thought, and being inspired.”
The school administration thanked the Manchester Alliance for providing Teeple as a wonderful motivational speaker to the MTHS students.
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