The DuBois Area School District has implemented the Beaver Buddies Hotline, a source of student-recorded messages designed to uplift members of the community. The hotline contains over 120 messages including silly jokes, calming words, pep talks and affirmations appropriate for all ages.
Individuals may call the Beaver Buddies Hotline at 1-855-KID-HUGS. Once connected, callers are prompted to press a number to hear different types of uplifting messages. For example:
Press 1 for a pep talk from someone who believes in you.
Press 2 for a silly joke to brighten your day.
Press 3 if you’re feeling mad, frustrated, or nervous and need something calming.
Press 5 for a reminder that “you got this.”
Press 7 to hear a kind message from a child.
Press 9 to hear how awesome you look today.
Press 0 for additional resources if more help is needed.
The hotline expands on the district’s successful Beaver Buddy program and aims to address an increase in feelings of loneliness and social isolation shown in national research.