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Community of Peace Academy
Nicole
Age 14
Community of Peace Academy- Nicole, Age 14
My name is Nicole. I go to a charter/public school called CPA
(Community of Peace Academy). My school has changed my life by saving
my life.
In fifth grade, my parents divorced, my
beloved dog was killed, and I was forced to deal with an alcoholic
father. I was so stressed out about friends, grades, and the situation
at home that I was contemplating suicide.
My teacher
at the time, Ms. DeMunck, was the only thing that saved me. One
afternoon, she noticed a book I was reading. All I can remember is it
was about suicide and death. Ms. DeMunck took me into the hallway and
talked to me. I can still remember what she said.
Ms.
DeMunck made me realize that I actually had many friends, all who cared
and were worried for me. She told me that I was a beautiful, smart girl
who has so much to look forward to. After that day, I put away the
pills I had been planning on taking.
My school has
changed me. Since the, my parents have tried to get me to change
schools. I refuse. CPA is less like a school, and more like a family. A
second home. The teachers actually care about us. We are not a student
number; we are people.
 CPA changed my life by saving
my life. If it was not for Ms. DeMunck and a few other teachers like
her, I know I would be dead. Every day I am thankful that I choose to
go to my school. I would not change it for anything.
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