HILTON, N.Y. — For a lot of teenagers, school can feel overwhelming and full of pressure, anxiety and loneliness. There is a social club available in many public school districts to help students know that they do not have to face those struggles alone. The club is called Sources of Strength. Teens who participate are learning how to support one another and make more positive connections.
At first glance, it looks like just another after-school club. There are tables full of students chatting and working on projects. But, for students at Hilton High School who are involved in the club, it’s much more than that. They say it’s a place where they can learn how to support each other through difficult moments.
Emily Fernandez says joining Sources made her more open-minded and aware of others’ feelings…