Community must work to help kids

Regarding the tragic deaths of two young adults in Marysville: It is time the city , school officials, police and government agencies, including our parents and students, etc., express our collective thoughts on what we are going to do about ending violence.

It is extremely sad and difficult to see these young kids’ lives ending so abruptly. I am sure we all agree, our children are our most important resource. As I was reading The Herald Forum on the Internet, several opinions were stated pertaining to the violence in Marysville.

The kids have noticed the skate park is finally under way. They are looking for more activities involving junior and senior high. It seems access to drugs is easy here in Marysville and other Snohomish County communities. This is not good. We have to step up our efforts and not only speak louder and clearer about the destruction drugs and violence bring with it, but also, we have to listen to our kids.

Regarding the Internet, we should create a Marysville forum page where all citizens could actively take an interest. Involve the mayor, city council and staff. The kids have lots to say. They need to hear from others in the community who represent our government. Those students who are successful and do not have these stereotypical problems would be able to speak out to their peers with encouragement. Signs could be erected all over town, educating people about alcohol, drugs, guns and violence.

I want to thank all the teachers and coaches who have worked with my own kids and all the other kids in Marysville.

We need to become a community with our families completely rejecting this violent and destructive behavior. Our kids are counting on us.

Marysville

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