TOMS RIVER – Random Acts of Kindness Day was February 17, but Random Acts of Kindness were done all week.
At High School North, kindness is nothing new. The school is home to The Acts of Kindness Society, or TAKS. Its club president and founder, Jacqueline Anderson, spearheaded a special TAKS initiative that kicked off on Valentine’s Day this year. It was a huge success, drawing in more than 30 “worker bees” to ensure the program got off without a hitch.
“Outside your classrooms, you’ll see colorful Post-Its filled with kind words, affirmations, tips, and comfort,” said Anderson in her introductory message to students and staff. “Remember to be kind … spread the love, everybody!”
The Early Learning Center, which recently earned a grant to receive training on the Nurtured heart Approach, is celebrating Kindness Week in many different ways, including kindness quotes and positive affirmation activities. Students and staff started with a “we love kindness” theme and dressed in Valentine’s Day colors. More than 100 ELC staff members participated in a Nurtured Heart activity which lent itself to every staff member receiving a very specific and heartfelt Valentine’s Day card from their colleague. Additional activities centered around slogans and activities such as “peace, love, kindness” where students dressed in tie dye, “dream of kindness” pajama day, and “team kind,” where all students and staff showcased their school colors with true team spirit.
