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    DIOCESE OF MANCHESTER

    Superintendent of Schools

    Statement from the Office of Catholic Schools

    I was deeply upset and concerned at the Homecoming proposal image posted to social media by
    a former Trinity High School student. As Catholics, we believe that every human being has been
    created in the image and likeness of God, and we are called to treat every person with dignity
    and respect. The sentiment expressed in that photo has no place in our community.

    There is a viral narrative surrounding the disciplinary action purportedly imposed on the student
    which has been circulating. This narrative is baseless. The rumor of a “one day suspension” and
    allowance of the student to continue his participation in athletics is simply not accurate, and it
    never has been. The Trinity administration took action within a matter of hours of receiving an
    internal report of this image. Issues surrounding privacy prevent us from providing certain
    student information, however, the young person is no longer a student at Trinity High School.

    This is a time to sit with others and truly listen; to love our neighbors as ourselves. Talking past
    one another, threats of violence, sharing of personal information, and posting of misinformation
    are unacceptable and must stop. Instead, let’s continue to work together to build up a community
    where all are treated with dignity and respect.

    It is critical that all of our schools foster an environment where students feel safe, and concerns
    can be brought forward. Any student impacted by these events is encouraged to talk with their
    parents, the faculty, school chaplain, administration, and School Counseling Department because
    no one should be treated differently because of race, color, or ethnicity. Trinity has a supportive
    community of faculty and staff, and I had the opportunity to meet with them yesterday; they care
    deeply for every student, and they are heartbroken that their students are hurting. I want to
    convey my support for the entire Trinity family.

    Opportunities will be available for the Trinity community to have school-wide discussion,
    listening sessions, and formation. I look forward to being on campus next week as they spend
    time in prayer and in dialogue with one another.

    In Christ,
    David Thibault

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