On December 16th, the entire Wintonbury community promoted, participated and celebrated acts of KINDNESS. This has been a Wintonbury tradition since 2015. It was started as a remembrance of the Sandy Hook Elementary School tragedy and as a way to teach children how small acts of kindness grow into a culture of peace. As a result of acts of kindness, people (children and adults alike) feel welcomed, appreciated, accepted, loved and more!
Leading up to the event, classes secretly prepared a surprise act of kindness for another classroom or staff member. Some of the gifts included bracelets, cards, special playdough, ornaments - all of which were made by the students. Some classrooms shared a beloved book or performed a song.
Additionally, Mrs. Cole raised funds through the Wintonbury staff and delivered breakfast treats to the Bloomfield Police and Fire Departments.
The essence of the day is illustrated in this video: https://youtu.be/8V0DoSuGz3g