Plans for Student Walkout, March 14

Dear Parents/Guardians,

Over the past couple of weeks, I have met with some student leaders to discuss student voice and advocacy relevant to the national movement occurring on March 14th. An Uxbridge High School student-led movement, for and by the students, will occur on this day for UHS from 9:25-9:45. This event is in solidarity with those affected by the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School tragedy, as we are planning on discussing our core values and supporting that community in a safe way, with politics aside.

We want to ensure a safe process that allows as many students as possible to participate if they so choose.  Students will be able to participate if they sign up ahead of time using a Google form that we are sending to them, which will happen at the start of flex block. Upon leaving, the students will walk out to the rear of the building, which will not be accessible the general public during this time. There will be a banner of support to sign for Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, a couple of student speakers, and a planned moment of silence. Those who do not sign up ahead of time will not be permitted to participate, and the event is entirely voluntary. Administration and faculty will be there solely to help supervise.  Those who do not participate will stay in class. The event will end at the end of the flex block, which means by 9:50 we are all back in school.

Some teachers are organizing an opportunity for students to write letters to elected officials. They will provide contact info for each person representing Uxbridge through all layers of government, enabling them to speak out to our officials on topics related to school safety and gun access. Our staff, teachers, and administration will not push one position, but we are encouraging students to be actively involved in the national debate and to influence policy.

Thank you for your support and understanding.

Sincerely,

Michael Rubin, Principal
Uxbridge High School