Remembering Jack Pinto, Age 6, of Sandy Hook Elementary School

Members of the Global Team of 200 are participating in #27 Acts of Kindness in honor of the victims of Sandy Hook Elementary. Today, I am honoring Jack Pinto, age 6.

Jack Pinto was the same age and in the same grade as my youngest son. When I look at Jack’s smile in these photos, I see the same 6 year old energy and joy I find in my son’s smile. I am honoring Jack’s memory today with Acts of Kindness to fill six year old boys with JOY.

Acts of Kindness for Six Year Old Boys

  • Remember they are only 6 years old.
  • Actively listen to them.
  • Give them opportunities to be independent.
  • Spend one on one time with them.
  • Surprise them with ice cream sundaes for dinner.
  • Tell them how proud you are of them.
  • Let them be their messy and loud and silly and loving selves.
  • Support their passions.
  • Empower them to be great problem solvers.
  • Be creative and dive into imaginary worlds with them.

Remembering Jack Pinto

Jack Pinto, age 6, loved sports. He was an avid participant in a wide variety of activities including flag football, baseball, basketball, wrestling, and snow skiing. Jack was an incredibly loving and vivacious young boy, appreciated by all who knew him for his lively and giving spirit and steely determination. In life and in death, Jack will forever be remembered for the immeasurable joy he brought to all who had the pleasure of knowing him.

Source: NewsTimes.com



global team of 200I wrote this post as part of The Global Team of 200, a highly specialized group of members of Mom Bloggers for Social Good that concentrates on issues involving women and girls, children, world hunger and maternal health. Our Motto: Individually we are all powerful. Together we can change the world. We believe in the power of collective action to help others and believe in ourselves to make this world a better place for our children and the world’s children.

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By Stacey Hoffer

Stacey Hoffer is an ICF-certified mental health and emotional wellness coach, ancient feminine wisdom mentor, and upcoming author, who is powerful guide for cultivating deep inner peace. With a client list that includes Fortune 500 companies, the NFL, and women from all over the world, Stacey seamlessly blends evidence-based practices with ancient wisdom to deliver unparalleled transformations. Known for her comforting approach, Stacey helps her clients navigate life’s inevitable challenges while reconnecting to their inner strength and calm. Her work goes beyond surface solutions — she offers practical tools and soul-deep insights that empower individuals to live in alignment with their authentic selves. Stacey’s passion lies in guiding her clients back to their truest selves. Her message is clear: inner peace isn’t just attainable — it’s the foundation for a more joyful, empowered life. And it's a conscious, intentional, life long practice. Stacey believes If every person on this planet embodied self love and inner peace, we could achieve world peace.