THE CONRAD FAMILY'S FULL STATEMENT
Jared Conrad Black was killed in the Santa Fe High School shooting on May 18
The family of Jared Conard Black released the following statement to the public on Facebook:
'When a tragedy like this happens we face overwhelming shock and sorrow. After the initial shock and sorrow people start placing blame.
'We are angry, we are hurting. Assigning blame allows us to begin processing out grief.
'Finger pointing, no matter where it is directed does not help us heal.
'In fact we will not be speaking against anything. We will be speaking out for. For knowing what your child goes through and what they are doing when not in your presence.
'For knowing who their friends are. For making the time to meet their parents, knowing if this is a positive relationship. For knowing if there is pain and trouble in their hearts.
'For knowing how they feel about themselves and those near them and telling them if you "feel something, say something."'
The family also pledged to be the voice in their community about issues that impact young people. Here is their pledge:
'If they are scared, or bullied, or worried about somebody else that they think may be dealing with more than they can handle, to reach out or even shout out: This is not right. This will not stand.
'I will not participate. I will say something and not be afraid.
'I will stand up and try to change things for the good. I will not allow this to happen. Peer pressure will not force my silence. I will show courage and compassion.
'I will be an example of empathy. I will make a stand even when I stand alone.
'I pledge to change this world with love and not perpetuate the hate that has torn the very fabric of our humanity.'
The Conrad Family
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