Benton Reflects On Success of 'Kindness Week'

Wilmington spread anti-bullying message throughout the week.

Wilmington schools and other communities around the state had a message to send. It was received loud and clear.  Superintendent of Schools Joanne Benton reflected on Wednesday’s No Name Calling Day, which Wilmington school officials included in their weeklong Kindness Week. “Principals coming together to plan this week have made it possible for us to send a united message to our community that we want our schools to be safe,” said Benton. “A sustainable, positive school climate fosters youth development and learning necessary for a productive, contributing and satisfying life.”  Benton said the highlight of the week for her was seeing a student at West Intermediate School receive an American Flag from a Tewksbury soldier as a thank you …

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Wilmington is expanding on plans for the state's No Name Calling Day this week, setting its own event for local students with "Kindness Week." Bullying isn't just an issue of concern in Wilmington. It's also a troubling topic throughout the state of Massachusetts and the country.  So how do you think Wilmington schools do in their efforts to fight this serious issue? How big of a problem is bullying among local youths? What have been the strengths of the school district in this area? Have school officials been proactive enough? We want to hear your opinion in our poll and also in the comments section below.

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