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I’d like to take this opportunity to raise awareness about two critical topics that directly affect the health and well-being of our children and adolescents: bullying prevention and the importance of staying up-to-date on childhood immunizations. Both of these issues play a key role in ensuring that our youth are able to thrive in a safe, supportive, and healthy environment.

Bullying Prevention Awareness Month

Bullying can have lasting effects on the mental and emotional health of young people, and it’s important that we work together to prevent it. At RAHS, we are committed to fostering environments where all YOUTH feel safe and supported, both at school and within the community.

Here’s how we can help prevent bullying:

For more information on bullying prevention and resources to help support your child, I encourage you to visit the PACER Center's National Bullying Prevention Center at https://www.pacer.org/bullying/. The website provides a wealth of resources, including tips for parents and students, educational tools, and advocacy guides.

Continuing Immunization Efforts

In addition to bullying prevention, I’d also like to stress the importance of keeping up with childhood immunizations. As we continue through the school year, ensuring that your child is fully vaccinated remains a crucial step in protecting them—and our entire community—from preventable diseases.

Here are a few reminders about why immunizations are so important:

RAHS is here to support you with convenient access to immunizations and healthcare services. If your child needs to catch up on vaccines, please contact one of our school-based health centers to schedule an appointment.

By promoting kindness and inclusion and ensuring our youth are vaccinated, we create a safer, healthier community where every child can succeed.

Thank you for your continued dedication to your child’s health and well-being.