Teaching Equality: Schools Take Action to End the 'R' Word
By: Kim Behrens
Updated: March 6, 2013
A Normal Community High School teacher and the mother of a special needs son, is taking action to create equality in schools.
As part of Wednesday's national campaign, "Spread the Word to end the 'R' word," Janine Palma having students sign a banner pledging to stop using a hurtful term.
The campaign focused on respect asks students to keep an open mind and treat all people the same no matter their challenges.
"Not using the r-word, or the word, "retarded" in a negative or derogatory way," said Palma. "Just stop for a moment, pause, and use respectful words. Let's use words that build people up, not bring people down."
Students at Pontiac Township High School also took part in the national event.
They've created a video called "You Abuse the Word" reminding students to think before they something hurtful.
As part of Wednesday's national campaign, "Spread the Word to end the 'R' word," Janine Palma having students sign a banner pledging to stop using a hurtful term.
The campaign focused on respect asks students to keep an open mind and treat all people the same no matter their challenges.
"Not using the r-word, or the word, "retarded" in a negative or derogatory way," said Palma. "Just stop for a moment, pause, and use respectful words. Let's use words that build people up, not bring people down."
Students at Pontiac Township High School also took part in the national event.
They've created a video called "You Abuse the Word" reminding students to think before they something hurtful.
