Students, some with tear-stained cheeks, wrapped arms around each other, relieved to realize they are not alone in the world.
The emotions came as Bucks County Technical High School held its third annual Challenge Day on Friday in the gymnasium of the school in Bristol Township.
Challenge Day is an organization that helps people connect with each other through programs in their schools and communities.
The event lasts about six hours, roughly the entire school day. The day provides teens and adults with ways to break down their walls and leaves those attending inspired to live in a new environment of acceptance, love and respect, according to the organization’s website.
Dr. Leon Poeske, administrative director of Bucks County Technical High School, said teachers recommend the students for Challenge Day.
“The students work towards learning about each other,” said Poeske. “They talk about abuse, alcohol and family.”
Counselors are present during the day for student support as well.
The day is highly interactive as leaders help students and teachers explore the different ways they separate from others.
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