March 4 – 8 the REbeL club members hosted a Fat Talk Free Week. The goal of this event was to eliminate talking negatively about anyone’s body, including their own.

“It’s a week to take a break,” sophomore Nikki McCurdy said. “Around school everyone hears fat talk. We should stop it because both guys and girls do it. Girls want to be skinnier and guys want to be manlier.”

The week started with Mirrorless Monday on March 4 when club members decided to cover up the mirrors in all of the bathrooms with positive messages.

On Wednesday, March 6, REbeL club members posted statistics around the school about how fat talk affects society.

On Friday, during lunch, students could sign a poster and pledge to eliminate fat talk. After they signed it, they were welcomed to take a photo holding a white board with their pledges.

At the week’s end, the wish was that people would view themselves more positively.

“I hope people will have a better self image,” McCurdy said. “You’re beautiful just the way you are, and nothing needs changed. You’re unique and amazing.”

As far as upcoming events, the REbeL clubs from Blue Valley schools will be holding a 5K Walk to Rebel on Saturday, April 27. Participants of all ages are welcome, and the cost to get in is dependent on when they sign up. Until April 1, registration is $25 for adults and $20 for students.