WHITEHALL — The passionate students of Whitehall High School’s Hope Squad spent Valentine’s Day spreading love and positivity. The students made dozens of Valentine cards with candy to pass out to students at lunch.
“We went around to the advisories and we had spent all week cutting out little hearts,” said Hope Squad member Payton Hams. “We gave the hearts to each advisory so that somebody could write something they love about themselves or something they love about somebody else, then deliver it to said person. We ordered candy and we’re putting it together to pass out during lunch, so everyone has a chance to get some sort of candy on Valentine’s Day.”
Hope Squad is centered around supporting positive mental health and discussion, said member Tyler Van Antwerp. Students are promoted by their peers based on what qualities they think would be beneficial for the squad.
“Many people don’t get stuff for Valentine’s Day,” Hams said. “You’re going to get stuff if you’re a couple or you’re in a relationship. Just being able to do this, everybody has an opportunity and chance to get something for Valentine’s Day. Some people get sad on Valentine’s Day. We’re trying to lift their spirits more.”
