Hodgson Diversity Newsletter
April Edition: Short but Impactful Month
April is World Autism Acceptance Month
A month to increase understanding of people with Autism and foster worldwide support. The Autism Society of America isn’t the first autism organization to push for a rebranding of AAM. The Autistic Self-Advocacy Network (ASAN) has called April “Autism Acceptance Month” since 2011, saying: “Acceptance of autism as a natural condition in the human experience is necessary for real dialogue to occur.” Other groups, such as the Association of University Centers on Disabilities, Autistic Women and Non-Binary Network, National Association of Councils on Developmental Disabilities (NACDD), and more, also use Autism Acceptance Month over Autism Awareness Month.
In March 2021, the Autism Society of America urged the media to use the new language in their coverage. Christopher Banks, President and CEO of the Autism Society, said: “While we will always work to spread awareness, words matter as we strive for autistic individuals to live fully in all areas of life. As many individuals and families affected by autism know, acceptance is often one of the biggest barriers to finding and developing a strong support system.”
April 3-7th National Assistant Principal's Week
Salute to Mr. Hollis, Mr. Paoli & Ms. Sosa for your continued leadership in the building.
April 4, 2023 National Media Specialist Day
Thanks for all you do in our media center Mrs. Brockell.
April 5, 2023 Para Professional Day
Huge thank you to all of the para's at HVT. You go beyond the job description, beyond the classroom and beyond what some students require. You are a big deal to us!
April 6, 2023 HVT's Black Student Union Wins Prize At 2023 Black Student Summit
Students and staff showed up in HVT fashion at the 2nd annual Black Student Summit hosted by United Way of Delware and The Delaware Racial Justice Collaborative. Student's won $250 for the BSU to use however the group sees fit. Keep up the great work students and advisors.
April 18, 2023 FAM Onboarding Event
This event included the two current FAM District Representatives from each school along with next year's two newest representatives.This was an opportunity to bond, share information from this year and prepare for the FAM Reunion on May 2, 2023.
Students engaging in a word wall discussion
Lunch & Mingle
Game Time
April 19, 2023 Culinary Brings Home The Cash
April 26, 2023 Happy Administrative Assistant's Day
April 28, 2023 Skills USA Ceremony
Students were honored in front of their family and peers on Friday April 28, 2023. Congrats Silver Eagles.
Almost at The Finish Line
Teachers, coaches, paras, and substitutes we are almost at the finish line. Stay strong!