Norwood High School

Norwood High School Gay-Straight Alliance Mission Statement

The mission of the NHS Gay-Straight Alliance is one of learning, support, understanding, tolerance and acceptance. Operating under the philosophy that every experience in diversity is a learning experience, the NHS Gay-Straight Alliance believes the immense diversity in sexual orientation among its students and personnel provides an excellent opportunity to learn from one another. We strive to provide a safe and friendly atmosphere in which students may learn and personnel may perform their duties. We will accomplish this by utilizing educational programs and the promotion of tolerance, understanding and acceptance through social awareness. Desirous to end the spread of hatred, homophobia and related harassment and violence, the NHS Gay-Straight Alliance will be working in conjucntion with the GLESN and various other organizations to facilate unity in our school and community,

Officers:
President: Shivangi Shah
Vice President: Steph Creag
Public Relations: Delia McNamara, Malora Rogers
Secretary: Jamie O'Brien

Meetings: Every Monday after school in S152

Day of Silence happens every year. It is a day when all GSA allies remain silent to signify the multitudes of LGBTAQ teenagers who remain in the closet

Founded: March 7^th, 2006