DECEMBER 2010

Pelham and Westchester County Schools

Rhett Vahos Recognized as Peer Leader

Rhett Vahos, a student at Pelham Middle School, was recently recognized as a 2010 Outstanding Margaret’s Place Peer Leader at the Joe Torre Safe At Home 8th Annual Gala held recently at Chelsea Piers. Westchester Jewish Community Services administers “Margaret’s Place” safe rooms for the Joe Torre Safe At Home Foundation in several Westchester public schools including Pelham Middle School.

At PMS Vahos has played an active role in anti-bullying efforts, giving classroom presentations on this important issue. “Rhett has lived in five countries and his broad cultural experiences have heightened his awareness and sensitivity to differences among people and respect for differences,” says Sharon Charles, Margaret’s Place Coordinator at PMS. “He often came to Margaret’s Place seeking advice in solving conflicts, reducing fighting and increasing cohesion among his friends. Rhett consistently emulates respect and promotes peace among his classmates.”
Funds raised at the Gala will be used by the Torre Foundation to maintain and expand educational initiatives locally and nationally.

 

 

 

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