APPLETON, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) – Students and staff from Appleton North High School wore orange shirts at school yesterday in support of National Unity Day.
The day is intended for individuals to band together against bullying and to promote kindness, acceptance, and inclusion.
One of the students from Appleton North High School, Stephanie Scheer, says she has been a victim of bullying in the past.
“I felt bad about myself and how I was as a person, but I realized I can find help and get a new group of friends,” Scheer told Fox 11 News.
The hope is that the anti-bullying message will be received by her peers.
“Bullying isn’t okay and…know there are other people out there for them and others that care that wouldn’t bully them,” Scheer said to Fox 11 News.
Staff members also supported the cause on Wednesday.
“Anytime a student feels threatened or doesn’t feel comfortable they should seek someone out, hopefully they have a trusted adult that they can turn to and talk to. Our guidance counsel is awesome at welcoming and listening,” Jean Pynenberg, a teacher at Appleton North, told Fox 11 News.
Students from the Appleton School District can also download the “STOPit” app, which allows individuals to anonymously report their concerns to the school.
