Bedford Park HS students learn how to protect themselves
Barb Jordan, the founder of Always Be Vigilant, says it's important to stay aware of your surroundings and not allow things like your phone or music to distract your attention while walking, especially alone.
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7h agoMore than 200 students at the Academy of Mount St. Ursula got a lesson in self-defense Monday as nonprofit Always Be Vigilant spoke to them about violence prevention.
Two incidents over the past week have targeted teenagers according to police, including one in Bedford Park where a 14-year-old was robbed at gunpoint.
Barb Jordan, the founder of Always Be Vigilant, says it's important to stay aware of your surroundings and not allow things like your phone or music to distract your attention while walking, especially alone.
Students at the all-girls high school say some of the things they learned during the presentation they’ll put to use immediately.
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