The tragic and unspeakable events that took place over the weekend in Israel leading to the outbreak of war has hit home for so many of us here in Dobbs. While several of you have direct connections to these events, all of us are wrestling with the emotions and uncertainty that goes along with trying to process the senseless violence that we are watching unfold. As a school and community, we condemn all forms of war and violence and urge all of you to stand together and support one another during this difficult time. 

DFHS was way ahead of its time back in 1998 when we were first authorized as an IB World School. The IB mission of “creating a better and more peaceful world” attracted the program to Dobbs Ferry, and that same mission and message of peace is more relevant today than perhaps ever before. As the Israeli-Hamas War continues to escalate, and with that more violence and division, all of you as IB students are positioned to be true leaders who promote unity, togetherness, and peace while effectuating positive and lasting change in all corners of the world. As the next generations of adults who will soon be charged to lead this world, your actions today can serve as a model for others, and in turn inspire long-term change at all levels within our society.

Please do not hesitate to reach out to us if you need support, have questions, or just need to process these challenging times. We are truly in this together.

Be well, and keep looking out for each other.

Sincerely,

Dr. Falino