[post_page_title]You are important[/post_page_title]
On each of the students’ pencils, his mom had written an affirming statement that would help him through difficult periods.
These pencils offered phrases such as “This will be a great year,” “You can do this,” “Never give up,” “I love you,” “You will change the world,” and “You are important.” His mom had written these statements for when he was struggling. Whenever he was feeling stressed, sad, tired, or just confused about what he was feeling, he could simply look down and remind himself that he is loved.