CNN 5 Things 5 Good Things: The Sweetest First Day: A Tulsa High School’s ‘Kiss Goodbye’ Tradition
Sep 6, 2025
Discover heartwarming back-to-school traditions that connect students and families. Learn about brave kids with chronic illnesses honored in a special parade, while volunteers robustly support rescued animals finding homes. A teen's dream quinceañera comes true through community kindness and social media. Plus, the buzz around a celebrity engagement brings joy and boosts local businesses. Tune in for tales that inspire resilience and compassion!
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High School Kiss-Cam Rite Of Passage
- Seniors at Bishop Kelly High run a playful "Kiss Your Mom" ritual to welcome freshmen on the first day.
- Students and parents react with joy and it becomes a shared rite of passage that bonds classes together.
Kids Sworn In As Police Chiefs For A Day
- Sixteen children with chronic or life-threatening illnesses were sworn in as honorary police chiefs in western Washington.
- Agencies paraded equipment and officers to celebrate the kids' strength and give them a memorable leadership experience.
From Startups To Large-Scale Animal Rescue
- Tim Woodward left tech to found Animal Rescue Corps and now leads large-scale rescues of neglected animals.
- ARC has rescued over 10,000 animals and partners with law enforcement to seize and rehabilitate animals for adoption.