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Volume 10; June 2009 Absences and lates, please call the school at: 403-283-5502
Office hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (or leave message)
Calgary Catholic Musings from the Principal’s desk
School District
108 – 22nd St. N.W., Calgary T2N 2M8
Phone: 403-283-5502
It is hard to believe that we are already in the month of June and that our school year
Fax: 403-270-7872 is rapidly coming to a close. Students and their teachers are wrapping up the curricu-
www.cssd.ab.ca/schools/chouet/
lum and starting to review for their final exams. June also means
that we must bid farewell to our grade 9 students. We wish them
Inside this issue: well as they begin a new chapter in their lives. They have most cer-
tainly brought many laughs and joy to our school community.
Parent Council News 2 We would like to wish the following teachers and support staff all
the best for the upcoming school year as they seek new
Final Exam Schedule
opportunities and challenges in their professional career: Mme Monique Baker
Class Selection Mme Compton, Mlle Demers, M. Gillis, Mme Kelly, (monique.baker@cssd.ab.ca)
M. Landa, M. Layada, Mme Rath, M. Rivard, Mme
News from the V.P.’s 3 Tremblay-Martel, M. VanDriel, Mme Young and Mme
Library News Zissos. I would like to thank these staff members for all their dedication, caring and
professionalism.
Band Broadcast 4
For next year, we would like to welcome back Mme Launière-Zielke from her maternity
leave (Nov. 30) and Mme Valentine from her sabbatical as well we would also like to
An Unforgettable Trip 5 welcome Mme Ansell, Mrs. Barciak, Mme Jean-Jacques, Mme Jackson-Wanner, Mlle
LaBine and Mme Sollazzo to our instructional team.
Gym News 6
Science News
Gr. 9 Edmonton Trip 7
June Happenings
Dialogue Corner 8 June 3—School Dance 3:30-5:30 pm June 21—Father’s Day
Year-End Lunch June 4—Year End Band Concert 7:00 pm June 24—Honour Roll Tea 1:00 pm
French Immersion June 5—Volunteer Tea 1:30-3:00 pm June 25—Gr. 9 Farewell Mass 1:00 pm
Summer Camp June 9—Deadline for all Library Books (St. Luke’s Church)
Report Card
June 10—Library Closed for Inventory June 26—Talent Show/Lipsync (AM)
Distribution
June 12—Gr. 9 Retreat 9-3:30 pm Hot Lunch 11:15-12:15
(at Lynwood Ranch) Final School Mass 1:00 pm
Summer Living A June 16—Locker Cleanup (at St. Luke’s Church)
St. Pius X Confirmation June 17-25—Final Exams Begin June 29—Career Day
Schedule
(See Schedule on Page 2) Last (FULL) Day of School
June 18—Aboriginal Day Report Card Distribution-3:10
Drama Showcase (PM)
FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL: Our first day of school for the
2009/2010 school year will be Aug. 27, 2009. This will be a full
day of school for students.
Volume 10; June 2009 Page 2
Parent Council News
missed but I am sure it will be valued Society and most of the
at your child’s next school. Thank you positions were filled that
all for all your years of service to our evening (see attached
school! list). We do however
have some vacancies for
I would like to take this opportunity Secretary, Canadian Parents For
As we wrap up our final month at to wish our Grade 9 students best French Representative and our Parish
École Madeleine d’Houet, I would like wishes for their future wherever the Liaison with St Pius X Parish. If you
to say thank you to all the parent vol- road may take are interested and would like more
unteers who have help make this a them. Your inspi- information about these positions,
very successful year at our children’s ration and leader- please call me at 403-289-6105 or
school. Our school council and educa- ship this year email me at: olafsons@telusplanet.net.
tional society has done a tremendous have made our
job facilitating many of the events school community Lastly I want to thank our admini-
that have happened both here at the strong and for the stration, Monique Baker, Cynthia
school as well as the extra events that students who fol- Launiere, Cindy Kuran-White and
took part in the community. As I al- low you here at Sophie Loiselle and the front office
ways say to my children, without Par- MDH, your legacy will guide them all. staff (Monique and Suzanne) for as-
ent Volunteers, many of these events sisting me in my role as your chair-
would not happen and we must be person. Without their knowledge,
Our Annual General Meeting was
thankful and appreciative to all those guidance and friendly faces, my job
held on May 19, 2009 and all the com-
parents who have given their time to would have been much harder!
mittees and coordinators presented
our school! For many of our Grade 9
their year end reports. Our elections Thank you,
parents who are leaving our school,
were held for both the 2009 – 2010
your volunteerism will be greatly Shannon Olafson
School Council and the Educational
Final Exam Schedule Class Selection for 2009/2010
We remind parents and students that Alberta Education policy states
We take great care and time selecting our classes for
that exams are not to be written prior to the examination dates.
each school term. All grade 7 and 8 teachers, the
counselor and administration meet in late June to di-
Wednesday June 17 Social Studies 9-11:30 vide the students by the following process:
Friday June 19 ELA Part B 9-10:45
• Academic ability, considering male/female balance
Monday June 22 FLA Part B 9-10:45
• Students with difficulties or special circumstances
Tuesday June 23 Science 9-10:45
are dispersed evenly between classes
Wednesday June 24 Math 9-11:00
Thursday June 25 Religion 9-10:45 • Social/emotional issues are also taken into consid-
eration
On exam days, students will be writing With this sensitive process, we ask that you respect
their final exam beginning at 9:00 a.m. and trust the teachers’ professional judgment as they
The finish times vary and are noted weigh all the variables. Therefore, we ask for your
above. The students will be dismissed patience and cooperation in assisting your child in
after their exam for the rest of the adapting to his/her classmates during the month of
day. School buses have been scheduled September. We thank you in advance for your support
to be at the school early on these exam days. and understanding in this delicate matter.
Volume 10; June 2009 Page 3
News from the V.P.’s Library News
June is finally here and with it, comes a very busy month at All library books
MDH. Please note the dates for our activities below: are due in by June
• June 3 – School Dance – 3:30 to 5:30 9th. The library
will be closed be-
• June 4 Year End Band Concert at MDH – 7PM ginning June 10th
• June 5 Volunteer Tea PM for our year-end in-
Vice-Principals:
• June 10 Library Closed for Year-End In- ventory.
Mme Cindy Kuran-White
ventory During the first week of June, stu-
(cindy.kuran-white@cssd.ab.ca)
• June 12 Grade 9 Retreat at Lynnwood dents will be given a list of their as-
Mme Sophie Loiselle
Ranch signed textbooks. Following each
(sophie.loiselle@cssd.ab.ca)
• June 16 Locker Cleanup exam, students are required to return
the same textbook that was issued to
• June 17 Social Studies Grade 9 Provincial Exam and 7/8 Final 9-11:00
them at the beginning of the school
• June 18 Tutorials and Drama Production year. Students who deface, lose or
• June 19 ELA Part B Grade 9 Provincial Exam and Grades 7/8 Final 9- return text books in a condition be-
11:00 yond normal wear will be required to
• June 22 FLA Part B Grade 9 Provincial Exam and Grades 7/8 Final 9-11 pay the replacement cost. A letter
• June 23 Science Grade 9 Provincial Exam and Grades 7/8 Final 9-11 will be sent home regarding any out-
standing items.
• June 24 Math Grade 9 Provincial Exam and Grades 7/8 Final 9-11
Carolyn Kergan, Librarian
• Honor Roll Tea PM
• Grades 7 & 9 Religion Exam
• Grade 9 Farewell Mass at St. Luke’s 1:00
• Talent Show/Lip Sync, Hot Lunch, Year End Celebration at St. Luke’s 1:00
• June 29 Career Day, Report Card Distribution 3PM
We would like to congratulate Mme Martel-Tremblay on her retirement. To Mme Rath, we
wish much success in pursuing her studies on her sabbatical year. To the staff that is going to
different schools, we wish them well and hope that they realize how much their gifts and tal-
ents were appreciated at MDH. To our Grade 9 students, we wish them all the best in High School and we look forward
to welcoming our returning Grades 7 and 8 students in the fall. To our parents, we thank you for your support and for
entrusting us with your most precious possessions! Have a very happy and restful summer.
Grade Nine Farewell
The Grade 9 Farewell Retreat is planned for June 12 at Lynnwood Ranch. All monies and permission slips are to be sub-
mitted to the office as soon as possible.
Grade 9 Parents: Please note that if you have not received the Farewell letter in the mail, please contact
the office at 403-283-5502 at your earliest convenience. The package contains information regarding the re-
treat and the celebration that is very important.
On Thursday, June 25, the Grade 9s will be celebrating with a Farewell Mass at St. Luke’s Church (1566
Northmount Drive N.W.) from 1:00-3:00 pm. Parents and family are cordially invited to attend this cele-
bration.
The Grade 9 class will be writing their Religion Exam on the morning of June 25 at 9:00. Following their exam, they will
practice in the gymnasium, eat their lunches, receive gowns (Because students will be wearing school gowns, dress for
the occasion is strongly suggested as “Sunday” attire. Formal evening wear is discouraged.) and have a class photograph
taken. They will then board a bus to St. Luke’s Church.
Our celebration should conclude at approximately 3:00. Transportation back to the school will not be provided.
Volume 10; June 2009 Page 4
Band Broadcast
Grade 8 Band Camp
Our Music Program over the last two months has been alive with the hustle and bustle of a busy sched-
ule. The students have been working hard towards both Festival performances and learning new music
for our Spring Concert. Among many early morning practices and individual practicing at home, the mu-
sic students have been participating in regular scheduled rehearsals as well as extra musical activities.
During the months of April and May, the music community in Alberta is packed full of wonderful opportu-
nities for our students. During April, the Grade 8 band went to the Tim Horton Children's Ranch in Kananaskis country.
While away for two days, the music students learned more fundamentals about their individual instruments and worked
on their musicianship and ensemble skills. Our students had a fabulous opportunity to work some of the best music edu-
cators and clinicians in the city. Among studying music together, the group had the opportunity to use the camp's recrea-
tion center and games room. We had a blast playing basketball, floor hockey, riding on scooters, playing with a giant
tarp, participating in team building activities and having an outdoor Orienteering activity. The experience as a whole
was great for the students for their team building and musical development. Even though the snow would not subside,
the students had a great time both learning about their instruments and the outdoors. Some comments from students
include: "This band camp was the most fun I've had on a trip in a long time, and it was for school! What fun!" "Not only
did we learn a lot about music, be we had the greatest time too. We were able to learn more about our classmates as mu-
sicians and make new friends. I wish it lasted for a week!"
Red Deer Trips
Throughout the month of May the Concert band students travelled up to Red Deer to participate in the Alberta Band
Association Festival. They had the opportunity to perform for adjudicators, receive valuable critiques and ideas from cli-
nicians and try out some new music that was just published this year. Among the musical education taking place in Red
Deer those three days, the students got a chance to share each other's company eating at Boston Pizza and getting their
Daily Physical Activity through playing Lazer Tag and bowling. The students had a blast and have shown their growth
as a team. The bands have brought their new team viewpoints and musicianship skills back to the classroom and are
playing together better than ever. All three groups who went up to Festival received an 'Excellence' grade on their per-
formance, with the Grade 8/9 combo Concert Band and the Grade 7 Concert Bands both receiving an Excellent Plus!
Other activities in May gave our students the chance to see some professional musicians. The school had a visit from a
wonderful French-African Jazz Combo for one of our French Celebrations and also some of our music students got the
opportunity to see Jazz Trombonist, Wycliff Gordon perform at Lord Beaverbrook High School. The choir here at MDH
has started up again and will be excited show two of our tunes we have learned this month. We are looking for some male
student singers to join in the Fall. Interested? Please contact Mme. LaBine for information on our choral program.
Year End Concert
As the new Music Director here at Madeleine
d'Houet, I would like to extend my thanks to all of
the parents and students who have put in so much
extra time preparing for trips and performances.
Without you, our band would not be as successful as
it is. I am proud to say that I will be continuing here
at Madeleine d'Houet and am thoroughly excited
about all of the great opportunities we have planned
for our Music Program in the Fall. As the year is
closing, we would like you to join us at our Final
Spring Concert to support all of the fabulous work
that these students have done throughout the school
year. The concert will be held on Thursday, June 4th
at 7pm in the MDH gymnasium. Thank you again
for your continued support with our outstanding
Music Program. I look forward to seeing many of you
at our concert.
Musically yours, Mme. LaBine :)
Volume 10; June 2009 Page 5
An Unforgettable Trip
On Tuesday, May 14th, the grade seven students of MDH were fortunate enough to
depart on a day trip to the incredible town of Drumheller, Alberta. There, all of them
toured around the Royal Tyrell Museum and examined all of their nine exhibits.
What a trip it was!
All of the students also got to choose between
two workshops. They chose between ‘The Seven
Wonders of the Badlands’ (a guided hike), and
fossil casting.
Those engaged in ‘The Seven Wonders of the
Badlands, got to unlock the ever so old secrets
of the abstruse landscape. They discovered ancient rocks, fascinating fossils, hoo-
doos, and even got to taste volcanic clay!
The other students who chose to do fossil casting got to get dirty and create their
own fossil cast. During that time they also learned about the fossil’s origin and why
museums sometimes use fossil casts in their exhibits.
Throughout the course of the day, each group got to take some
quiet time to sketch dinosaurs, including a blind contour sketch
that returned some very interesting results!
As the bus rolled back into Cal-
gary, all were exhausted; but that
day, everyone made memories that
will last a life time.
By: Stephanie H.; 9-4
• For me, the opportunities that
we were given, (fossil casting and the
hike) were once in a lifetime experi-
ences! - Marina C.
• I thought that on the hike, the
guide gave a great explanation of the
landscape. - Holly P.
• I like how they organised the trip so that we could view all the museum exhib-
its. - Melinda G.
• You can’t forget to add the volcanic clay! It was awesome! - Jeremy E.W.
Volume 10; June 2009 Page 6
News from the Gym’s Desk Gr. 8 Badminton
Already the month of June! The flag football season will be completed with On May 6th, the grade 8 bad-
semi-finales at Bishop MacNally on Wednesday, May 27th and the finals at minton team went to the
McMahon Stadium on Monday, June 1st at 6:30-9:00 pm. Thank You to all tournament at St. Francis
the parents and Dolphins fans for your support. Special thanks to Mr. High School. The students
Cousin and Mlle Demers for your time and efforts. demonstrated an excellent
behaviour and played with a
Badminton and soccer morning intra-murals are well attended lot of effort. Chelsey K. fin-
and give an opportunity to all Madeleine d’Houet ished 2nd for the single girls
students to engage in physical activity while having tournament, Donny L.0 fin-
fun with their friends. ished 3rd for the boys single
Once again thank you M. Murray and Mlle Demers. and James S. and Theo A.
lost the 3rd position by only
From the Athletics Department have an active and safe summer. 2 points for the boys double.
Congratulations to all the players for
Simon Giasson, Athletics Coordinator their effort and participation.
Mme Gélinas
Science News
something we got to take it outside
Techheads
and smash it on the concrete. Tech-
In Techheads, I had a lot of fun. What
heads uses electrical knowledge so it
we did is every Thursday morning we
prepared me for the electrical unit in
got together and made stuff. We
science. Another fun thing was when
made the things by taking apart old
we went to the TELUS science centre.
electronic devices and using the pieces
We got to take apart more things and
to make new working devices. It was
build a car. After that we got free
always fun because we made interest-
pizza. Techheads is a great experi-
ing things like cars and lights, even
ence and is very fun.
air filters. One thing that I liked a lot
was when we had trouble breaking Jordan M.; 9-4
Volume 10; June 2009 Page 7
Grade 9 Edmonton Field Trip
On May 21st and 22nd, the grade 9 students
went on an over night field trip to Edmonton.
Once there, we had the chance to visit the Royal
Alberta museum, the Parliament, the Campus St-
Jean and we also saw a play ( La Cantatrice
chauve by Eugene Ionesco) at “La Cité franco-
phone”. This field trip was a good opportunity for
the students to practice their oral comprehension
as the visits were mostly in French. Once again,
our students demonstrated a lot of respect and
were proud MDH ambassadors. The places
where we went were amazed on how well be-
haved and respectful our students are. We would
like to take this opportunity to thank all the
teachers, administrators and parents that came
along and helped us with this trip.
Mme Gélinas and Mme Johnston
EDMONTON!!!!
On the 21st and 22nd of May our grade nines had a wonderful op-
portunity to go to Edmonton. We had the opportunity to go to the
Royal Alberta Museum and learn about things like the Natives’ an-
cient lifestyle and different animals that lived in Alberta. We then
went to see a live play in French, which was a real highlight of the
trip. On Friday, we went to the French Faculty at the University of
Alberta and learned that we could do our post secondary studies in
a real French environment, which is something that very few stu-
dents knew was possible. Lastly, we visited Alberta Parliament and
got a tour as well as the chance to participate in a mock legislature
session complete with uniforms (check out the photo). It was a lot of
fun to be
involved in
so many ac-
tivities, be
with our friends and to be able to truly show off our French abili-
ties for a couple of days. This is a trip that has been wanted for
many years but just this year was actually approved and the en-
tire journey could not have been possible without Mme Gélinas
and Mme Johnston, the teachers that spent countless hours plan-
ning every small detail and making it all work out perfectly, along
with the aid of the rest of the administration. It was a great way
to mark the end of grade nine and a trip that the students nor the
teachers will soon forget. So congrats to the nines for the superb
behavior and a huge thank you to the teachers that made our Ed-
monton trip possible! - Daniela G.; 9-4
Calgary Catholic
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Year-End Hotdog Lunch French Immersion Summer Camp
The year-end hotdog lunch will be No plans for the summer?
held on Friday, June 26th, just before Looking for a cool way to spend you mornings?
the celebration at St. Luke’s
Church. Students and staff will be
served grilled hotdogs, chips and There is a French Immersion Camp being offered by our dis-
drinks. Many hands make light work for this lunch- trict from July 6-17 (M-F, 9-12) for students currently in
eon, and we appreciate the many parent volunteers we Gr. 3-6. It is being offered at St. Brigid School (North) and
always get for these events. Set up will start in the Our Lady of Peace (South). The cost is $225.
morning of the 26th and we will be all wrapped up in For further information regarding this camp and registra-
time to attend the mass. Keep an eye out for the call tion forms please see our district website at: www.cssd.ab.ca
for volunteers which will be coming out shortly. Con- and click on the link for 2009 Summer Camp Programs.
tact Rita Dubé at dube.family@telus.net or
403.239.3823 if you have any questions.
Individually we are special;
together we are spectacular. Report Card Distribution
If your summer holidays are
scheduled prior to June 29, 2009,
please provide the office with a
self-addressed/stamped envelope
for your child’s report card.
Otherwise, they will be available
in the fall.
Summer—here we come!
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Healthy Choices Newsletter—June 2009
Picnics: Tips to Keep Them Safe & Fun
Whether it’s for the beach, the park, or your own backyard, keep food safety in
mind:
• Pack all your perishables in a cooler just before you leave.
• Pack smart. Pack food in the order you will need it to avoid having to dig
through the whole cooler.
• Add ice or a freezer pack to your cooler to keep cold foods cold.
• Keep the cooler in the shade, away from direct sunlight.
• Wash your hands before eating. If no water is available, use disposable
wipes or hand sanitizer.
Keep the Two Hour Rule: Do not let perishable foods sit out for more than two
hours. On hot days, aim for less than one hour.
Stay Hydrated!
Water is essential for the body to work properly. It helps us beat the heat by Trail Mix
playing a role in regulating body temperature. Drinking enough water is
especially important in the summer, when the combination of dehydration and A healthy snack that is
heat can have serious consequences. easy to make!
Combine your Favorite:
Drink Water for Thirst—Pop, slurpees and sports drinks have added sugar
• Nuts
and calories that you do not need.
• Dried Fruits
Bring It Along—Carrying a water bottle with you makes it easy to drink
• Seeds
enough no matter where you go.
• Dry Cereal
Take Water Breaks—to quench your thirst when playing or working outside Other Ideas: Popcorn,
for long periods of time. Pretzels, and low fat
crackers
Boost the Flavor—Add fruit pieces to your water (lemon or lime) to add
some zip.
Sip a Little Extra—Make sure to drink extra before and after being active.
Take It Outside—Keeping active is an important part of healthy living for the whole family. Take
advantage of the warm weather and head outdoors together. It’s as easy as going for a walk,
bicycle ride, or trip to the park. Don’t forget your sun screen. Make the most of your summer and
get moving!
Doc/Andrina Trotta/Reference: David Thompson Health Region
TENTATIVE FALL SCHEDULE
St. Pius X
Confirmation Schedule 2009
September 23rd Emmaus Meal -Candidates
6:30-9:00 PM • More information to Sponsors &
follow Parents
NOTE TO PARENTS & SPONSORS
Please bring letter to your candidate acknowledging his/her giftedness.
The candidate will read this affirmation/challenge, as personal silent
reflection, during the Confirmation Retreat experience.
September 30th Eucharist – Ministry -Candidates
7:00 PM
October 7th Giftedness & Service -Candidates
7:00 9-00PM Adult Faith Enrichment -Sponsors &
Parents
October 14th Confirmation Retreat - Candidates
6:00 9-00PM Hall
October 21st Rite / Rehearsal -Candidates,
7:00 PM -Sponsors &
Parents
Thursday, Celebration of Confirmation
October 29th 7:30 PM
Sunday, Recognition of Newly Confirmed
November 1st • At 9:00 am & 10:45 am Masses
Please mark your calendars now!
Suggestions for Summer:
1. Continue the quest for the gifts of the Spirit.
2. Pursue service projects—consider opportunities to grow and serve as a
family or with your sponsor.
3. You are invited to prepare a banner (24” X 36”) to enhance our
reception area for Celebration Day (Felt or similar fabric preferred,
please no paper / cardboard). You may include your name, symbols of
sacraments received, or it may be a confirmation theme only. You may
also wish to include symbols of your special giftedness.
Anne Lipoth, Pastoral Assistant – 403-282-3653, ext. 227
CONGRATULATIONS!
Jacob Roth, your entry was selected for display at
the 2009 Turn Off the Violence poster contest
We would like to invite you, your teacher and your family (up to four family mem-
bers) to attend this year’s Turn Off the Violence awards show displaying all of the
semi-finalist’s work. Dave Kelly from Breakfast TV will MC for the afternoon.
Turn Off the Violence is a bullying awareness campaign aimed at Calgary students
and teachers. The campaign encourages non-violent solutions to address bullying
in schools, communities and homes and promotes school wide understanding on
the various forms of bullying.
Each year Calgary youth from kindergarten to grade 12 are invited to submit an
original work of art with a clear, meaningful message regarding violence that also
offers a positive solution to violence.
Semi-finalists are invited to the Turn Off the Violence Awards Ceremony where they
are recognized for their achievements in preventing bullying. The majority of our
entries are posters. This year we did not receive enough creative writing entries to
justify a competition. However, we would like to recognize your work and your con-
tribution to Turn Off the Violence by displaying your essay at the awards ceremony
and by presenting you with a semi-finalist prize bag.
WHEN: Tuesday May 26th, 2009
2:00-3:00pm.
WHERE: Artists of the World Gallery
514 – 11th Ave. S.W. www.artevo.com
PARKING: A pay lot is available directly across 11th avenue
from the gallery as well as metered street parking
*RSVP: by May 19th to Tatiana Tomljanovic
tatiana@endviolence.ca or 283-3013 ext. 224
*Important: Students MUST RSVP and attend the
awards ceremony in order to be eligible for prizes.
Snacks and coffee will be served at the event for adults. Ice cream and juice will be
served for student semi-finalists and their siblings.
For more information, go to
www.endviolence.ca
Calgary Police
“STOP THE VIOLENCE” ESSAY by Jacob Roth
What is unacceptably rude and vulgar? Violence. Violence affects people’s lives and can
sculpt ours. It can be anything from tiny temptations that lead you down the wrong path
to down right evil acts. But how can we explain such repulsive behaviour? We can easily
see it as a way to express ourselves in the wrong way, for some it is a way to vent and
forget their daily troubles. However this is unforgivably rude and selfish, violence affects
everyone around you whether you know it or not. It is intolerable actions that only make
things worse. Sure stress can affect the best of us but we all must try to vent in a different
way expressing ourselves through positive forms such as music, art, etc. Thus we will
stop the black hole affect which slowly sucks in innocent bystanders into evil ways. One
could view a person who commits violence as a selfish self centered villain whose joy is
only brought by other people’s pain.
In contrast, heroes are among us are defending the innocent from such disgraceful acts of
violence. Heroes are known for impeccable morals, saving us from the evil horrors of our
night mares and stopping any thing from bullying to organized crime. We all love
guardians with morale who chose not to succumb to these tempting evil ways. But what
sets a hero apart from a person? Their compassion for all. When capturing the bad guys
their jobs are only half done, the protectors must now try to teach the evil doer what is
wrong and then with a positive change of attitude and a boost of morale they send the
reformed villain back into the street as normal men and women. Sounds almost like a
dream. Sounds unreachable however, the more heroes we, have the farther the
shockwaves of the positive actions epidemic will travel. Who knows? Mabey even you
could be a hero!
So stop the violence and put on your hero cape,
the resolution of the stop the violence revolution starts with you.
Are you up to the challenge?