THE WALKOUT IS ONE WEEK AWAY. Here is our official statement and a rough outline of what we will be doing during the walkout.
RT to spread the updated agenda.
I had the pleasure of participating in the @OleMissWalkOut today, and I would like to say I am very glad that we as citizens and future adults were able to voice out our concerns for our safety both in and out of school by contacting both our Representatives and Senators.
The #NationalSchoolWalkout was such a success! We had incredibly insightful discussions, and student statements, and we helped 4 people register to vote. Everyone wrote their representatives and quite a few students called their representatives to demand more gun regulations! 🧡
Just a reminder before the walkout:
1. Wear orange!
2. We want students to go back to class after the convocation and THEN leave for the aux gym
3. Be respectful even to those who aren’t respectful back. Don’t stoop to their level!
4. Be prepared for truancy related punishments!
To not do this during school hours would be to miss the point: protesting a government entity with the purpose of sending a message. Disruption is much more powerful than obedient compliance!
In light of the parent letter from Tab, I would like everyone to know that the #NationalSchoolWalkout is STILL ON for Friday. This confirms they will not punish us for anything not related to missing class.
The walkout is tomorrow! If you would like to prepare a statement to share about the way gun violence has affected you or your community, please do. #nationalwalkoutday
IMPORTANT UPDATE
We just got word that there will be a School Safety Summit on April 20th from 9:45-10:45. This, of course, interferes with our plan to leave at 10:00. WE WILL NOW BE WALKING OUT AFTER THE SCHOOL SAFTEY SUMMIT.
Hey, kids--the NRA and their sweethearts are beginning to relax, beginning to tell each other that "this will blow over, like it always does." Keep turning the screws.
Gun violence affects the whole community. As you plan your walkouts make sure to reach out, local groups can offer help and support. Not everyone will be there for you, but allies can be found in unexpected places. #NationalSchoolWalkout