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Westhampton Beach Today
By the People, for the People
Westhampton Beach Students Spread Kindness to Elementary School
High schoolers read inclusive book, discuss acceptance and empathy with younger peers.
Apr. 17, 2026 at 3:56am
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High school volunteers inspire kindness and inclusivity during a visit to the local elementary school.Westhampton Beach TodayAs part of Social Inclusivity Month, students from Westhampton Beach High School recently visited the local elementary school to read the children's book 'It's Okay to Be Different' by Todd Parr. The high schoolers engaged the younger students in discussions about acceptance, empathy, and making a positive impact in their community.
Why it matters
The visit highlights the school district's efforts to promote kindness, inclusivity, and social-emotional learning across grade levels. By having older students model these values, the district aims to cultivate a culture of compassion and understanding among its students.
The details
During the visit, the high school volunteers read the book 'It's Okay to Be Different' and led discussions with the elementary school students about the importance of accepting people's differences and showing empathy towards others. The activity was part of the district's month-long Social Inclusivity celebration, which seeks to highlight the value of diversity and inclusion.
- The high school students visited the elementary school in April 2026.
The players
Westhampton Beach High School
A public high school serving the Westhampton Beach community in New York.
Westhampton Beach Elementary School
A public elementary school in the Westhampton Beach school district.
Todd Parr
The author of the children's book 'It's Okay to Be Different', which was read during the visit.
The takeaway
By having high school students model kindness and inclusivity for their younger peers, the Westhampton Beach school district is taking proactive steps to cultivate a culture of compassion and understanding among its students. This type of cross-grade collaboration can help reinforce important social-emotional lessons and inspire the next generation to embrace diversity and make a positive impact in their community.
