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Boardman Graduate Speaks to Students on Bullying - 33 News - We Believe in This Valley
A Valley high school learned the effects of bullying from one of its own on Tuesday.
Boardman alumnus Sue Thomas spoke to faculty and students on how she dealt with bullying while in school and then in her professional life. During her time at Boardman, Thomas was the only deaf student.
She has since gone on to a successful career with the FBI.
"But just to hear about a lady that took what most people consider a handicap and she made it into a strength and has just been so successful in many areas of her life, so it's going to be good for the kids to see," said Boardman High School principal Tim Saxton.
Thomas' speech was part of the school's Diversity Day program and was sponsored by Student Council.
Although afflicted with multiple sclerosis, Thomas maintains an active life, traveling throughout the United States speaking to a wide cross section of students and adults.
A Valley high school learned the effects of bullying from one of its own on Tuesday.
Boardman alumnus Sue Thomas spoke to faculty and students on how she dealt with bullying while in school and then in her professional life. During her time at Boardman, Thomas was the only deaf student.
She has since gone on to a successful career with the FBI.
"But just to hear about a lady that took what most people consider a handicap and she made it into a strength and has just been so successful in many areas of her life, so it's going to be good for the kids to see," said Boardman High School principal Tim Saxton.
Thomas' speech was part of the school's Diversity Day program and was sponsored by Student Council.
Although afflicted with multiple sclerosis, Thomas maintains an active life, traveling throughout the United States speaking to a wide cross section of students and adults.