Some kids turn to parents, friends or teachers if they’re dealing with bullies. But one local girl went right to the top for a little help.
Student Ziainey Stokes from West Philadelphia wrote a letter to President Obama about bullying in January. The 11-year-old was fed up with being a victim after several years of abuse at two schools.
“I wrote that some people don’t care if you get bullied or not, but I do care,” Ziainey said.
Not expecting a response, Ziainey was ecstatic to find what arrived in her mailbox in March – a genuine letter from the Commander-in-Chief.
“Your letter demonstrates a desire to change the culture of your classroom as well as your community,” he wrote.
Thanks for the kind words Mr President..
Tags: letter, Obama, teleprompter
July 22, 2010 at 10:15 am |
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