Sexual assault is not talked about enough in CHUH schools. Despite being so common and a reality for so many students, sexual assault and rape are not prioritized issues. Students should feel safe in their schools. Not holding rapists and those who violate others accountable for their actions creates an unsafe environment. Not actively teaching and bringing attention to the topic adds to the problem. It should be extremely alarming how common it is and how many students have suffered. Many do not even report because of how uncommon it is to discuss sexual assault.

In order to create a safer space in CHUH schools as well as a safer community, students AND staff must continue to learn about sexual assault prevention. This should not begin in high school. By the time students reach high school, many have already been assaulted and traumatized at some point in their life. Consent should be taught and reinforced throughout the entire district. Brushing over the topic of consent for a few weeks in health class is not enough.

The CHUH district needs to do more. Students need more resources for those who have been assaulted. Students need to continue to be educated about consent, sexual assault, and sexual harassment. This should not be a one time occurrence. Students and staff must learn the classroom, through training, through guest speakers, through professionals, and more. Teachers and staff must take sexual assault more seriously, whether it is reported or whether they witness it. Teachers and staff must hold those who violate others accountable for their actions and not blame the victims. 

The CHUH school district needs to work harder and work towards becoming a safer place for its students.