Two Elizabethtown Area School District students were recently recognized as Do the Right Thing recipients.
Lilly Fulton, a third-grade student at Bainbridge Elementary School, was recognized for reporting bullying and being an "upstander" against bullying. Kaydence Kershner, a fourth-grade student at Bear Creek Intermediate School, was recognized for being aware and meeting the needs of a classmate.
The students' good deeds were acknowledged at ceremonies held recently at their respective schools, where they received a certificate of recognition, a Do the Right Thing T-shirt, and a gift certificate.
Do the Right Thing is a national program and a collaborative effort between Elizabethtown Area Communities That Care (EACTC), the Elizabethtown local police departments, and the Elizabethtown Area School District. The program seeks to recognize students in the community who have distinguished themselves through their accomplishments, attitude or outstanding efforts. It emphasizes random acts of kindness that otherwise may go unnoticed.
School staff members and police officers typically nominate students whose positive actions come to their attention, but any adult over the age of 18 may nominate a student. A volunteer committee reviews nominations and selects one or more winners each month. Nomination forms are available at http://www.eactc.org.
EACTC is a community organization committed to improving the lives of children, youths, and families in the Elizabethtown area. Using research-based programs, initiatives, and strategies, the organization seeks to guide and encourages youth in making positive choices about alcohol, drugs, and other high-risk behaviors. EACTC partners with the schools, parents, churches, and businesses to make positive changes in the community.
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