Racine County Advocates, Motivated by Personal Stories, Encourage Students Against Gun Violence

Racine County advocates, motivated by personal stories, encourage students against gun violence

During their Wednesday lunch hours, students at several Racine Unified School District schools were invited to pledge to never bring a gun into school and never use a gun to settle a problem or dispute.The event was part of the Day of National Concern, which began in 1996 and aims to empower students to combat violence."I don't think there's really an age to have that conversation. You can't be too young," said Nakeyda Haymer, Racine County Viol…

Racine students take pledge against gun violence

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Taking the pledge - students sign promise to reject gun violence - ABC Columbia

ORANGEBURG, SC (WOLO) — By signing a simple pledge, students are taking part in a national movement to reject gun violence. It’s known as the Day of National Concern. Middle and high school students are given age-appropriate pledges to sign and keep with them as gentle reminders. Younger students can also take the pledge — like 3rd and 4th graders Jace Denny and Rakeem Johnson. “Don’t use guns because guns are bad for you. And it will kill you a…