Rachel's Challenge in South Forsyth schools

South Forsyth schools are taking bullying very seriously and have implemented the program, Rachel's Challenge in their middle and high schools, offering clubs for students and year-round activities to make this a real-life goal.


For those that don't know what Rachel's Challenge is, it is based on the life of Rachel Scott, a 17-year-old student that was among 13 students shot and killed in the 1999 Columbine shootings, which was the worst school shooting in the country's history.  Rachel was the first person killed at Columbine High School. Her acts of kindness and compassion coupled with the contents of her six diaries have become the foundation for one of the most life-changing school programs in America.


The basic message is simple: be kind and look for the best in people. The challenge, however, is to start chain reactions of kindness with others.  The mission statement of the organization is this:  "We exist to inspire, equip and empower every person to create a permanent positive culture change in their school, business and community by starting a chain reaction of kindness and compassion."


See below for a video and click this link to go to the organizations Facebook page.

"Don't let your character change color with your environment, find out who you are and let it stay its true color." - Rachel Joy Scott