This week, the Hope Squad celebrated Hope Week inhonor of Suicide Prevention Month this September. OnTuesday, students were greeted with mints and positive affirmations as they came into the school. On Wednesday , students enjoyed a variety of special treats at lunch including donuts and bagels and were given a chance to talk and ask questions to various Hope Squad members. Candies with positive affirmations were also given out onThursday during 8th period classes.

Hope Squad will cap the week hosting a Light the KnightVigil service in front of the Knight at 7:30 p.m. tonight,September 8th. Please join us to experience a sense ofcommunity and lift up prayers for anyone who isstruggling with their mental health. For anyone who isinvolved in Alter Scholars, this can count as one of yourspiritual events!

A special thank you to Bill’s Donuts, Ashley’s Cookies,Dorothy Lane Market, Big Sky, and My Favorite Muffin andBagel for generously supplying us with the yummy treatsprovided during the Wednesday lunches!

Please join us for the vigil tonight, and always rememberthat you are never, ever alone.