Our grade four students participate in our Roots of Empathy program. “Roots of Empathy” is a program which aims to raise empathy in children and thus reducing levels of aggression, bullying and conflict. The program consists of an infant and parent visiting the classroom every three weeks over the school year. During these visits, a trained Roots of Empathy Instructor educates students to observe the infant's development and feelings. This is the catalyst for instruction in awareness of emotions in students and others.