The SAP News
Metuchen School District // Summer 2023
MHS HONORS AWARENESS MONTHS
Pride Month
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Pride Month (LGBT Pride Month) is celebrated annually in June to honor the 1969 Stonewall riots, and works to achieve equal justice and equal opportunity for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning (LGBTQ) Americans. In June of 1969, patrons and supporters of the Stonewall Inn in New York City staged an uprising to resist the police harassment and persecution to which LGBT Americans were commonly subjected. This uprising marks the beginning of a movement to outlaw discriminatory laws and practices against LGBT Americans.
Today, celebrations include pride parades, picnics, parties, workshops, symposia and concerts, and LGBT Pride Month events attract millions of participants around the world. Memorials are held during this month for those members of the community who have been lost to hate crimes or HIV/AIDS. The purpose of the commemorative month is to recognize the impact that LGBTQ individuals have had on history locally, nationally, and internationally.
Federal and local policies and practices are increasingly acknowledging and focusing on LGBTQ youth and numerous national advocacy and other organizations are also giving greater attention to LGBTQ youth in their work. Encouraging greater acceptance and support for all youth, including those who are or are perceived to be LGBTQ, will make communities, schools, and other settings safer, better places for all youth.
Summer Self-Care Challenge
Students who participated were automatically entered into a raffle to win 1 out of 4 INCREDIBLE prizes! See below for what was inside :)
Campfire Basket
- Popcorn
- Gummy Bears
- Hershey's Chocolate
- Graham Crackers
- Marshmallows
- S'mores Roasting Sticks
- Stanley Tumbler
Day at the Beach Basket
- Beach Towel
- Beach Tote
- Catch Ball Set
- Sun Bum Sunscreen
- Beach Chair
- Stanley Tumbler
Summer Sports Basket
- Drench Blasters
- Water Football
- Catch Ball Set
- Water Balloons
- Stanley Tumbler
End of Year Goodie Bags
Goodie bags were given to students on a first come, first serve basis as they entered into school on Tuesday June 6th. Goodie bags included a stress ball, lifesavers, starbursts, a positive affirmation card and a motivational sticker. A small gesture to hopefully brighten our students day during their last week of school!
Mental Health Moments
Summer Self-Care Checklist
The Best Books of 2023 (So Far)
Mental Heath Resources
▪ 2nd Floor Youth Helpline 1–888–222–2228
▪ Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1–800–273–8255
▪ New Jersey Hopeline 1–855–654–6735
▪ Children’s Mobile Response & Stabilization Services 1–877-652–7624
▪ Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care 732-235-5700