Cely Rosario, the sister of Jason Bernard, a 14-year-old Higgins Middle School student who died by suicide after being bullied, is the Essex Media Group Person of the Year for Peabody. (Spenser Hasak) Purchase this photo PEABODY — Everyone processes grief differently, and as the eldest daughter who was often the errand-goer and translator, Cely […]
PEABODY – Peabody community members were invited to a community discussion last Wednesday evening at Higgins Middle School to discuss the impacts of bullying and how mental health is affecting Peabody’s youth. This conversation has been ongoing in Peabody since May, when Higgins Middle School eighth grader Jason Bernard died by suicide due to bullying. […]
Suicide remains one of the leading causes of death in the United States, affecting individuals, families, and communities across the country. It’s a painful and complex issue—but one that is preventable with the right support systems and resources in place. If you or someone you know is struggling, you’re not alone. Help is available, and […]
No child should suffer to the point where they see no other way out. No parent should have to bury their child because we failed to act. The tragic death of 14-year-old Jason Bernard, a bright and kind-hearted student from Peabody, serves as a heartbreaking reminder of the severe consequences of unchecked bullying. Jason’s passing […]
