While the news is usually filled with stories of bullying and violence in schools, it is nice to see a community support one of their own. What’s even better is when students support one of their own.
Azle, Texas is a town of just under 10,000 people approximately 16 miles northwest of Fort Worth, Texas. The town has one high school, Azle High School. At this high school is an 18 year old senior named Mariah Slick. Mariah is a cheerleader for the school and last year was nominated as class favorite. This year, she has been nominated for homecoming queen. While these would be special moments for most high school girls, what stands out here is that Mariah has Down Syndrome. One of the school’s teachers summed it up best,
Kudos go out to the students, teachers, and the parents in this community. For the full story, read here."I really think if Mariah wins, we win. Because it really shows the character of those who voted," Chapa said. "That they would see past what is typical and acceptable and see the value that she adds. Even though she doesn't fit the part of what you would see as a queen."
Could had fooled me. I have a a child in high school that's being tormented and bullied by his or her peers at Azle high school .. They throw things ,make nasty hate comments such as "go kill yourself" & overdose.. pushing a beautiful person inside and out to feelings of worthlessness& thoughts of suicide... The kids are sick at this school it clearly seems , maybe u should take a deeper look.
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