Getting a bit nostalgic of late - I stumbled upon this new music video that my old high school recently created.
Video production at my school is a huge deal, we are nationally ranked as one of the top public schools for film production. Ironically while being a total tech-junkie's dream, its the class and club all the "hot" guys take and that I myself was part of for three years. During my time in video production we had the privilege of interviewing Barack Obama, had segments on the Today Show and other media outlets, and even had Rihanna visit our school (6-hours late) - as just a few of our accomplishments. While I myself have not been part of BHS TV or Studios 238 for a number of years, I am proud to say that at Barrington High School we stand together, for everyone. Below is a link to a new music video that has recently been created in the latest video contest BHS is taking part in.
https://www.youtube.com/user/Barrington220?feature=watch
This video, though admittedly a tad cheesy, is dubbed to Roar by Katy Perry. Below is a description that goes along side the video and explains why it was created and what it has attempted at representing:
The transition from adolescence to adulthood can be arduous. Unfortunately, many become trapped and feel powerless in emotionally and physically abusive relationships. However, music can inspire an individual and an individual can inspire a movement through changing their attitude, outlook and actions. Female empowerment and reclaiming your life as your own is what Katy Perry's "Roar" means to us. Our video showcases how one student becomes self aware and achieves her independence by breaking free from an abusive relationship. Sometimes all it takes takes is the right song to help the person take the first step.
It is videos like this that make me proud to say that I was not only part of such a fantastic school but also part of an organization that stands for something so strong. I think its really great that schools try to think of innovative ways to engage students as well as teach them such redeeming values like breaking the cycles of abuse. This video involved over 30 youths and was shared with a school of over 3,500 students. It brought together men, women, dancers, techies, and all will the common purpose and belief that everyone has a voice that deserves to be heard. Honestly I believe that if more of our youth was taught values such as this, that maybe we collectively as young women would feel we have a voice of our own. We would have the courage to roar.
Oh p.s. this is a shameless plug - but if you enjoyed the video please share it on Facebook. If BHS gets the most shares, Katy Perry will visit the students that created this video. :)
I loved the video. It really showed women having power, and how they should overcome their obstacles that they face. They should be empowered to live a good life and not be controlled by men. Its just that simple. It showed that you can make it out of that unfortunate obstacle in your life.
ReplyDeleteI absolutely love this video! I think it is so cool that, one, your school is really into film, and two, that they used film in a way that promotes positive change. Although, thankfully, I am not in an abusive relationship, I still felt empowered by this video. I felt like I had so much more strength and control than I realized. I think it's amazing that your school decided to make a video based on a dreadful thing that needs change. I hope many men and women will watch this video and also feel stronger and empowered.
ReplyDeleteAlso, I hope your school gets enough shares so Katy Perry will come visit them! That would be awesome. :)