"Through our stories we will gain an understanding of each other. All can share the bread of empathy, peace, compassion, love and respect. By coming together we are saying I see you, I value you, I love you for the beautiful person you are and what you can bring to the table. Let's welcome each other and soon others will join us because they see the joy and light in building community together. Everyone has a place here." - Alysia Dempsey
"Everyone has a unique story. Both young and old we all have experiences that shape who we are today and who we will become tomorrow. We all share qualities that can unite us and enable us to have empathy and compassion for all. There is beauty in our diversity. Let's celebrate each others story and encourage one another. By working together we can bring hope back into our communities." -Alysia Dempsey
"When a child is taught empathy they can have empathy for others and their stories. When a child is taught peace they can seek to resolve conflict by way of peace. When a child is taught compassion they can have compassion for all regardless of race or religion. When a child is taught love they can have love for all and make a difference in the world around them. When a child is taught respect they can have respect for themselves and others. Let's inspire our communities and the world to plant seeds of empathy, peace, compassion, love and respect. We will all enjoy the harvest." -Alysia Dempsey
------------------------------
Alysia Dempsey
Inspires Founder
Vienna, VA
------------------------------
Original Message:
Sent: 01-14-2020 09:19:08 AM
From: Adam Lustig
Subject: Highlighted Story from CSS Member
This news story our of Greensboro, NC highlights the work of one of the Centers members, Ms. Alysia Dempsey. Her workshop, which focuses on building empathy, has been utilized by Guilford County schools to help support whole child health.
As a reminder, please use this national forum to share stories and highlight the work you may be engaged to help support safer schools throughout the country.
------------------------------
Adam Lustig
Director, Center for Safe Schools
National School Boards Association
Alexandria, VA
------------------------------