Williamsburg
He’s a winning scribe. Noah Fequiere, a student at Billyburg’s PS 196, aced first place in his category in the national “Kindness is the Key to Unlocking Good Character” essay contest sponsored by the non-profit Be Kind People Project.
Students were challenged with writing an essay on how choosing to be kind can help develop good character, and make a positive impact on their classmates, family, friends and community.
The budding wordsmith offered good advice on how to be a good citizen, writing, “Unlock your good character, today!”
“When you show kindness and respect at home, school, church or around your community, people will respect you and show kindness to you as well,” Noah added. “By being respectful and kind, you will build good character as a child and carry it on into adulthood. ”
The mission of the organization is to improve the educational environment of schools by equipping elementary students with character-building tools to build healthy and positive relationships, stated the group’s C.E.O.
“The national writing contest provides a unique opportunity for students to apply what they are learning in language arts while demonstrating their commitment to kindness,” said Lisa Hartsock.
Noah and his teacher Smith Boos received an Amazon gift card, along with other prizes for his award-winning essay.
Standing O offers congratulations and thanks to Noah for his wise words, while unlocking the praise and giving him another accolade to put on the shelf.
PS 196 Ten Eyck School [207 Bushwick Ave. at Meserole Street in Williamsburg (718) 497–0139].
