A child survivor of the Holocaust is visiting schools, sharing his experiences to help students better understand history and the consequences of prejudice.
This week, the Upper Canada District School Board (UCDSB) is hosting its third annual Holocaust Education Week, a program focused on learning, reflection, and discussions about human rights and standing against hatred.
Students across the district are hearing firsthand stories from Andy Rèti, a child survivor of the Holocaust. Rèti has visited several schools, sharing his experiences to help students better understand history and the consequences of prejudice.
In addition, the Tour for Humanity, a 30-seat, wheelchair-accessible mobile classroom, is visiting nine secondary schools. The interactive program teaches students and educators about the Holocaust, genocide, and Canada’s human rights history.
To support learning, UCDSB has shared a variety of classroom resources, including books such as Fania’s Heart, The Magician of Auschwitz, and Irena’s Children.
Officials say the week is designed to foster empathy, reflection, and a strong commitment to human rights among students across the school board.
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