W.A.V.E. (Working Against Violence Everyday)
2017 Empowering
Youth Day.
On Wednesday
May 10th, 2017 The Grade 4 & 5 Junior Character Education Group from Johnny
Lombardi Public School under the leadership of Mrs. Minichillo and Mrs. Godfrey, were given the opportunity to attend the Canada wide 2017
Louise Russo W.A.V.E. Empowering Youth Day at the Living Arts Centre in
Mississauga. The students were motivated by guest speakers to take on
leadership roles, be respectful, be responsible, believe in themselves and
to make a difference. The students were impacted by WWE wrestler Marco Mero, Pop Artist Vita Chambers and Matthew-Ray Jones “Testament” speaker. The main
message that came across was to prevent bullying, cyber bullying, drug abuse
and making good choices of friends as well mental wellness education. The focus of the event was to empower youth to
be aware of their well being. Students left the conference with a bandanna, Believe
bracelets and a deeper understanding of what they could do to help eliminate violence.
