With the Bradwell Institute band’s drumline and the BI cheerleaders lending support, Hinesville Mayor Karl Riles signed a proclamation Monday declaring January 22-26 as the Great Kindness Challenge Week. 

Globally, the initiative includes more than 19 mullion students at more than 39,000 schools in 115 countries.

 During the week, students are encouraged to create a culture of kindness at their school.