October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

This week our guidance lesson during Tiger Time will focus on domestic violence awareness.  Did you know that one in three teens report knowing a friend or peer that has been hit, punched, kicked, slapped , or physically hurt in other ways by their dating partner?  It is important to discuss domestic violence with teens because patterns of dating violence often start early and carry through into adult relationships.  You can help those in abusive relationships break the cycle of violence.  Use the following websites as a resource:
http://www.loveisrespect.org/
http://www.breakthecycle.org/

You can also call 1-888-988-TEEN.