DEAR RAVEN REPORT...

Dear Alex Parker Rogers,

I am writing in reference to your recent article “Modern Bullying.”In our current social climate at our school, I feel that the behaviors you described truly do go unnoticed in many regards. The statements you made about how neurotypical students are especially targeted, and the fashion in which this goes on, felt like a very accurate representation of what goes on daily in many of our classrooms. It can be incredibly frustrating to witness this behavior as an ally of these individuals. Although all people may not feel the same level of comfort around this, it may be the responsibility of the “bystander” to do something about it. And who knows, you may even gain a little self-confidence. Thank you for writing the article. Even if this does not make the paper, I hope you know that this article made a difference.

Best,

Jack Lanham

Dear Rylan Butt,

I am writing in reference to the recent article in the Raven Report. In the 22-23 February issue of Raven Report, you published an article about the environment and culture amongst IB Diploma students. I found it very interesting because I never really thought about shadow tracing affecting their behavior. I myself have been a victim of racism and elitism from students in the IB Diploma but I never took into consideration that part of it may be their lack of exposure to diversity. However, looking at your reasoning, it makes sense why some of them act the way they do.

Sincerely,

Ramiro Perez

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