Graduation Crowd Silent for Student with Autism

"An amazing thing took place at Carmel High School’s graduation. One of our students Jack Higgins was presented with his diploma. Jack graduated after 8 years. He is a wonderful member of our student community. Jack has autism and with that comes sensory issues. At graduation the student body and several thousand individuals were asked to not clap or cheer so Jack could participate. What followed was nothing short of a miracle. We shot for the moon but instead reached the stars." - Principal Lou Riolo
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[@b3njamin861]

let’s be real, nobody searched for this... but watched to the end.

[@robictibay5747]

i did lol

[@missava9783]

I did

[@sophiechilvers9619]

Yep lol

[@ladyT_VR46]

I did. It was utterly beautiful 😊

[@forevaariel_]

I just skipped to the end

[@saga2795]

My peers wouldn’t stay silent if you took away their vocal chords

[@zacjohnson452]

watergod 83 I am not trying to be rude, but he said that even if they didn’t have vocal cords they would still talk and yell.

[@ITSLIZZ111]

watergod 83 yes but hes saying even if you rip them out, they will still talk- it was an exaggeration

[@eileenchambers8808]

😂😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@ITSLIZZ111]

watergod 83 no worries

[@eileenchambers8808]

@watergod 83 lmfao. U 2 are cracking me up

[@mayadimmick4711]

can we please mention how great that the principal gave Jack a fist bump instead of a hand shake and that he also gave him a huge bag of sour patch kids it really shows how well he has gotten to know Jack over the years.

[@cab357951]

That was beautiful. What an incredible administration and student body

[@NH-tb2sm]

Why a fist bump and not a handshake?

[@mayadimmick4711]

@@NH-tb2sm he may have sensory issues or have trouble with physical contact.

[@NH-tb2sm]

@@mayadimmick4711 he obviously has sensory issues but if he can touch a hand to fist bump then why can't he shake a hand? They're both sensory and physical contact.

[@mayadimmick4711]

@N H I don't know if you know anyone with autism but if they do have sensory problems they are all different. He may not like the way it feels to have his hand enclosed with someone else's hand. But I don't know him so that is my best guess.

[@XenonTetrafluoride]

I don’t know about anyone else, but when his classmates stood, like a silent standing ovation, I cried. That’s how you show respect for someone without needing to make noise. 🧡

[@photoopp6100]

same...I wept for the joy of seeing respect and empathy, en masse.

[@vicurro]

yea same

[@CelestisForgeUK]

You’re not alone. Been scanning through the comments for minutes and am still wiping tears from my eyes! That was so beautiful! 🥹

[@ChickenNuggitho]

Same lmao

[@mariaharrison7228]

Oh goodness, I did the same, couldn't stop. ❤

[@PikasNotHere]

Just going to say, the people shaking their hands in the air is the sign language for clapping.

[@sleekjupiter7965]

Isn't clapping already a sign language for clapping 🤔🤔🤔🤔

[@HOODCHRYMER]

Uzair Khan No it’s different.

[@juanitadudley4788]

@@sleekjupiter7965 I've spent time at Gallaudet. Some people clap. I think the hand waving started in the 80's.

[@jlake2247]

@@sleekjupiter7965 because deaf and hard of hearing people would not be as able to tell that people are clapping, the applause hands (shaking) are a more visible way of congratulating them.

[@annabethchase4582]

oh I thought it was jazz hands

[@sherrytaylor9746]

People came here from Snapchat I came here because of KZbin recommended this.

[@palakchaturvedi1875]

Yess

[@rafikhayru4761]

Yes

[@phantomnova9474]

same

[@nisadari9628]

Same

[@xxxsniper4lifexxx733]

sherry taylor same

[@Cornstarchrr]

it reminds me of my little town. i have autism, and every parade, they'd stop blowing their sirens when they passed me. when im walking to the store and someone starts their car, i hear that engine, i cover my ears. but, the guy turns off his car to wait for me to pass. my graduation ceremony, the principle asked me if i wanted to not come to the ceremony and instead recieve my diploma in the mail. but, i said no. people who brought the town fair bought me noise canceling headphones, and kept them in one of the booths for me. i honestly couldnt ask for any better town.. when im in college, i wont be moving away, i just love it here

[@minilla3842]

That sounds like an awesome town.

[@AmeliaEarhart53756]

Okay that's AMAZING. What is the name of the town and what state/country is it in? (Not trying to be weird, I'm just asking in case I end up going there or even moving there)

[@mariehampton740]

@cornstarchrr ❤❤ you have a beautiful heart and soul. I'm now 66 yrs old, but if I could have known you growing up, my life would have been so happy! Stay just the way you are. ❤

[@Cornstarchrr]

@@AmeliaEarhart53756 Its a very remote town, so if i told you, i would be doxing my direct location, sorry! but i will say it is in a remote part of Kentucky

[@3BsART]

I loved that mom who clapped in ASL as he walked up. It shows respect to him and made me smile seeing people knowing ASL.

[@placefeature5329]

Yeah me too.

[@jeremygonchakhailov]

I LOVE HOW THE OTHER STUDENTS CLAP THEIR HANDS SILENTLY

[@k9aussie898]

I love how your pic makes you a bully

[@bqdmind6799]

i love how you write in all caps

[@DoubtedPumpkin]

Kathryn Holland#not my real name his pic is just him...

[@notpro725]

@@wrongprogram5019 it's not his pic it's his name

[@sgcd11]

Timing Music I love how you write in all lowercase

[@yoshdoe455]

When humans act like humans it’s the best ever.

[@mhalouritz8369]

Yesss exactly...🙏🙏💞

[@betterlife3112]

couldn't agree with you more :)

[@piperhh5609]

Ok

[@normanklein3155]

Yeah and its so rare to see this nowadays, but nothing is more wonderful than seeing people act with class and dignity. My hat's off to the graduating class of Carmel high school, whose student body was clearly raised by fine upstanding parents and teachers.

[@sirkoncrete7584]

Dude, if you want people to act like humans then you're gonna see some greed and hatred everywhere 🙂👍

[@jessicamendiola2840]

As the mother of a special needs daughter who has other disabilities this has me in tears. His classmates are incredible young men and women who were clearly taught kindness and inclusion. I can only hope that when my 8 year old gets older that others can show her this kind of support and kindness.

[@gwenmloveskpopcecmore]

Autism has more respect nowadays so I just know she will

[@echognomecal6742]

Save the video, send it to their school to show, yes, it Does get done, it IS possible

[@connergalles7106]

People are always kind theres just lots of bullies and finding a friend for your kid especially with that helps them a lot

[@Charlotte-zq8lh]

As an autistic adult, this has me sobbing like a baby. So much respect.

[@realvoidbla4881]

hello baby charlotte, whats that smell? oof, looks like your diaper needs to be changed! i will change you then feed you after that

[@djjer6289]

you look autistic

[@Sir_Isaac_Newton_]

edit: God is not real and autistic people are not normal, both statements which are facts. You can't prove God is real and autistic people, by definition, are not normal.

[@DukaZXG]

@@Sir_Isaac_Newton_What..? You are mad weird.

[@919MIG0]

⁠@@Sir_Isaac_Newton_ i agree with the comment above me you just fucking weird 😂😂😂

[@angelofdeath275]

Our world is getting increasingly more noisy. Autistic people aren’t crazy, theyre more sensitive to it.

[@itzhenrythegamerguy4564]

I'm autistic and I love certain loud noises (e.g. heavy metal music) and hate certain others (e.g. vacumn cleaners when I was younger, barking dogs, noise-causing work tools).

[@divzav9735]

They are normal..

[@juliesczesny90]

@@itzhenrythegamerguy4564 I suffer Chronic Migraines. Had to ask roomie to eat his cereal with a plastic spoon this morning! He doesn't seem to hear all the scraping he does to my dishes.

[@jaygee6738]

yup. I am very sensitive to noise as well.

[@user-sy9ur6of8t]

Jay Gee that could be a side effect of assbergers

[@nathancosta661]

no one searched it, but we all loved it.

[@Ma21L]

I did actually.. I typed "people not cheering at a concert"

[@shikauzumaki3505]

@@Ma21L 😂😂😂😂

[@maxxh5331]

I don't even remember how I came across this to begin with, but that is why I came back to it.

[@77Chester77]

@@Ma21L True dat!

[@LunaNora]

ma21l omg hhahahahhaha why would you search for that😂😂😂 love it

[@wolfmangoland7972]

This batch of Carmel Highschool is extremely mature and sensitive to the needs of others. They respected the needs of their fellow autistic student. My niece could not attend her high school graduation because it would have been too much for her to handle. Carmel High School administration and staff should be commended for being compassionate and understanding.

[@BarelyNoticeable]

The wheelchair ramp instead of stairs too. This school does everything right 🙌

[@fabian-ko4do]

People who clapped in sign language or just slow are the real MVP's here.

[@java7583]

@X Æ A-12 Used to work at this school actually, never with this fellow but maybe some of his classmates, SPED was what my company did. Not all, but many ASD folks are highly sensitive to sound, or potentially any stimuli really. They're being quiet because presumably loud sounds are a trigger for maladaptive behaviors in this student, and they didn't want to mess up his big day!

[@java7583]

@X Æ A-12 So many variations, I've known kids that blend in with regular ed classes and worked with some who "randomly" attack people, everybody is different and glorious in their own way. Cheers love!

[@comit8077]

Java Mooks “cheers love” I honestly love when people say that 😊

[@akudumb3021]

Java Mooks Awww so wholesome

[@_dani2]

Mvp ++

[@flexmo7857]

Who would think silence speaks the loudest.

[@justinsgr8]

In most cases you say much without having to say anything at all.

[@jackthecommenter2768]

Well actions, speak louder than words

[@barcroft.tv.1879]

No it doesn't, that's bullshit

[@grazyguy340]

Mute person: Flex Mo: AH!!! MY EARS!!!

[@bruhmoment3332]

flex Mo no one does when he put his finger to his ears that is an action.

[@claires1177]

The principal of this school is an outstanding leader and educator. What a magnificent act of kindness and support to the graduate and his family. The unity of his graduating class is priceless. These individuals make me have hope in a brighter future. Congrats to everyone.

[@spelldaddy5386]

I never thought I would appreciate a silent KZbin video like this so much, but this just melted my heart

[@millielach545]

I can imagine all the theatre kids in the back doing jazz hands like crazy

[@aleessa]

Millie Lach “Happy hands, not clappy hands!”

[@millielach545]

Alyssa !! 100%

[@fikahiraeth5021]

Okay but like, I don’t doubt that as a theatre kid of 1 year. That is something I would do 😂

[@user-hm9uq8gk5x]

TaeKook SugaKookie Thats why you were only a theater kid 1 year

[@fikahiraeth5021]

k s I’m confused by that statement🤨

[@joshnolan1651]

I love how he goes straight for the sour patch kids and leaves his diploma. Mate, I think we are very alike 😂

[@user-sf9gs2pg1b]

Kind of off topic, but I’m so bad, I need to stop eating sour patch kids ;-; I’m healthy looking, skinny and all, and my blood tests say I’m healthy... not diabetic, but it makes no sense. I literally have pounds of sour patch kids that I eat in my pantry. 6 pounds to be exact (well, each bag says it’s 1.9 pounds and I have 4-5, so 8 is more accurate). I refill it every week. It’s an addiction. How am I not diabetic? It doesn’t make sense? But I’m trying to quit cold turkey. I’ve honestly just been lucky, I guess. If my doctors were aware, they would probably be confused as well. But yeah, incredibly relatable lmao

[@user-sf9gs2pg1b]

KneeHighNinja05 Well, I’m basically consuming around 1/4 - 1/2 a pound of sour patch kids daily (since it’s 1.9 pounds a bag, and it takes me roughly 4 days to finish a bag, give or take). It’s also incredibly bad because instead of eating human food, like, idk, spaghetti, I’m eating tons of sugar. It’s bad not to eat food, I’m assuming, considering food contains a lot of healthy stuff. Even the worst of foods have some sort of vitamin within it. :P but who knows, idk much about health or anything

[@hayleya6751]

@@user-sf9gs2pg1b You might have something similar to hypoglycemia. If your body can (seemingly) healthily tolerate that much sugar, it's because your body uses and needs it. You could be deficient in it

[@coriandersucks]

C it’s okay, sour patch kids are good

[@ForwardTu]

@@user-sf9gs2pg1b Your comment made me laugh.

[@levelheaded0038]

This generation of kids is so freaking amazing. They have respect for anyone and everyone in a way most people can't even recognize yet

[@RayLuvsCats64]

that's sadly not true

[@ackraa]

That’s sadly not the case for gen z and the new generation

[@geraldinecallagy1439]

@ackraa I would agree there a lot of bad people in the new generations but there are some amazing people in there too.

[@journeywhite5141]

@playkidcartibfr

[@BaconManStanPLUS]

@playkidcarti what do you mean

[@allitheowl]

When reading the title, I thought that they weren't clapping because they didn't care. I have never been so happy to be wrong

[@minilla3842]

That is the ultimate good surprise.

[@OneOddPerson]

Same here.

[@auntdeen6314]

You could see how he was braced for the noise and didn’t like to take his hands away from his ears, even in the silent room. I can’t imagine how hard it must be to go through life in such a noisy world.

[@Frnk242]

Aunt Deen it really is hard ::

[@auntdeen6314]

Sage aka MechanicalLens - Um... wow. I have been on a lot of internet message boards and I cannot remember seeing a more despicable comment.

[@Wavepush]

@@auntdeen6314 Definitely a troll account or something

[@adrianacastillo03]

@@DarkSunGameplay Mental institution?? That's pretty rude and inconsiderate.

[@frnciisx]

@@adrianacastillo03 ok boomer

[@Jah_LEASE_yah]

He covered his ears like he was expecting them to clap. But they respected his needs and stayed silent, but they still honored him by standing for him. What a beautiful moment.

[@joeboi1342]

Amazing moment

[@user-pn4py6vr4n]

When you're expecting to be overwhelmed by loud noises, you kinda start doing it out of sheer habit. Especially when you're out in front of everyone, and you're afraid you'll get overwhelmed and go into a panic.

[@megandoyle7395]

I wish everyone was like that. People with special needs get bullied a lot and that should not happen. Its not our fault we are who we are and I just wish we didn't get bullied for being different 😔

[@joeboi1342]

TRISTEN J HORTON congrats?

[@jancicina6449]

My brother covers his ears every moment every day because hates when a car came around our house

[@denisefoster9497]

I know this has been a few years ago, but I cried through half of this video. The students standing for this young man gave me a little bit of hope for our future in this country. They were not told to stand, they just did it. ❤❤❤❤❤ I have a 5 year old with severe autism, and people can be so cruel and judgmental so this was amazing to watch.

[@ladyaquarius5350]

I'm sobbing 😭 😢 🤧 😫 also❤

[@GrandmaLoves2Scuba]

That student body should be very proud of themselves. Such a pure and gracious act.

[@paigenichols2358]

I love how tht one teacher is cheering in asl

[@mtnofmolehills3781]

I saw that too!! Jazz hands for the win 👋👋

[@kdsfhkljfnsdfo1323]

Hell yeah for the people at the back

[@mariekedufresne53]

Me too, first thing I noticed

[@erinnelikewoah]

ME TOO

[@saltedbuns3823]

Because that means *clapping* in sign language

[@vanitas9837]

I am actually surprised that nobody screamed when everybody else was silence.

[@adrianabalbuena2682]

HalfCold HalfHot they’ve probably been impaled by an angry mob 😂 including me if i was there.

[@tj_0824]

HalfCold HalfHot We all know that one person that would yell or clap

[@potcupcake]

They’re graduating not starting elementary school. You’d hope they would have matured by now.

[@boredweegie553]

Maybe they're all too respectful.

[@sandrarankin655]

I wouldn't expect them to! Most young people are very compassionate.

[@Pobsta-de7hb]

Why can the world not be like this, respectful, caring and just like this. It is so amazing to see

[@dannybuck5911]

This was more riveting, more intense, more emotional and more inspiring than any film or television drama could ever be...the lump in my throat is telling me that. What a terrific class; I wish that each and every one of the students -- especially Jack --are experiencing their hoped-for success.

[@nebarktuloak6832]

Everyone was silent when I graduated, but I'm not special needs...

[@aiyannaslife9621]

Lmfao 😭

[@kissmyasthma9973]

Ngl u had us in the firat half lmao

[@isabellamayer6385]

oof

[@jeridivina7841]

F

[@lpsglossier6287]

EYE

[@rustyghost3141]

What a miracle, they silenced without having a teacher to tell them several times.

[@vaeliyn8687]

It's something that would never happen at my school, and especially in my class

[@theyabhilal8418]

Impossible!

[@clashcookie721]

They silence without the quiet kid having to put a silencer on

[@umar7632]

@@clashcookie721 THAT'S SO FUCKING DARK WTF HFRGHH

[@gms4430]

Right?! Lol This seems like a healthy school environment

[@normab2897]

These young ladies and gentlemen were true friends to this young man! They did wonderful by not clapping. ❤❤❤❤

[@Nigelsmom2136]

They were so kind and considerate of his needs. It gives you a bit of hope in a dark world.

[@kahppa6753]

Anyone else click this like "What the fk? How rude!" and then realized "ohhhhh, its because he needs it to be quiet," then almost cried when they stood and did the ASL sign?

[@roxys6562]

AKXU ??????

[@rnercy1610]

that’s exactly how i was

[@ll771]

KappaKaelan no, I actually know what autism is. 😁

[@rnercy1610]

L & L are you braindead?

[@ll771]

MizZty excuse you?

[@laterboi4528]

Principal: don't cheer or clap Student: doesn't cheer and clap Principal: THIS IS MIRACLE

[@azulizachan7595]

TRULY a miracle I'm planning to wear headphones in class because there is too much noise. My classmates think so too, but they still won't shut up, so that's all I can do for now Why am I telling you this?

[@macmurraymusic]

Azuliza-chan01 I am the same man I just blast Eminem into my eardrums until the rage to punch that one slag in my class subsides

[@terribletree7933]

SYST3M4TIC I listen to silence so that the silence would be so loud it would completely make the noise go away

[@shekhar81]

No that was being respectful

[@yunisiniho]

I’m the 1000 like

[@BilleeP]

As a mum of a child with Autism, this brought tears to my eyes. Congratulations Jack! And well done to the Class of 2019. Much love to you all. ❤

[@jodipeterson2846]

Made me cry too. My grandson has Autism, and he puts his fingers in his ears when in the grocery store.

[@baotrannguyenngoc9964]

Did you have a headset for him so he can't hear anything ?

[@WildWillex]

@@baotrannguyenngoc9964noise cancelling headphones (good ones at least) can be expensive so not always an option

[@tinapinch7494]

Found this completely by accident. The compassion almost made me cry. They clapped for him so that he couldn't hear it. That in itself showed their love for him. ❤

[@Ali-up2dr]

I was thinking that there would be that one kid who forgets and starts to clap and cheer

[@dixieheflin2298]

Ali would be me

[@coldspaghetti9372]

Oml the embarrassment

[@georgek4416]

Oh okay

[@dreamybullx1]

Fuck that would be me

[@MG-hi9sh]

Ali That would most likely be me, I’m always the odd one out. 😂

[@patriciadaly6938]

Having a grown child with autism , the respect this school have shown made me cry.

[@patriciadaly6938]

I am also blessed.

[@blxck_smith]

I just love this school dude

[@patriciadaly6938]

@@grinch8193 100%

[@grinch8193]

@@patriciadaly6938 😊😊

[@imhammy2881]

I hope one day people will understand the decency this school has. People need to understand others... we live in an age where people are loud and in a rush. Education is key in my opinion... not just school but understanding and learning about others. Ignorance of a subject is harmful.

[@18SweetTeaRexes]

Why can’t more people be like this? Have this incredible level of respect! It’s really not hard to be respectful and doesn’t take that much effort. Bless his heart and very belated congratulations. 🎈 🎉

[@auraleamoore815]

RESPECT to EVERYONE in that auditorium! Congrats to the entire class!

[@pyukumuku-6645]

Oh I thought they were being mean by not clapping when I was reading the title

[@Quinn8529]

Puddi Pururin I did too until I realized he was holding his finger in his ear in the thumbnail and I was like: “Oh he’s probably sensitive to loud noise.”

[@ybiancau]

same but I read the comments

[@kmmy03x]

Yes most of them are sensitive to loud noise

[@_levirice]

Puddi Pururin lmaooooo

[@glitzyglowxo5814]

same

[@smmachine1554]

My school would literally start screaming moaning and clapping in a seconds

[@jjjcrown2966]

I'm weak

[@Sunnie_0]

Ryan P wow

[@burstyfd7451]

Same probably even pull out phones and look up dog whistle and shit as well

[@user-s0m30n3]

mine would too lmaoo they’re such dickheads

[@Renneth2001]

Same here. My school is disrespectful as shit. I'd be the only one who's golf clapping.

[@Lisa_the_Cottage_Witch]

Bless all of this young man’s fellow classmates, staff, families, and friends for respecting his needs. The world is cruel, but I’m glad he was able to experience his graduation in comfort.

[@mollyerickson4897]

I love how his classmates honored the requested silence and stood for him after he got his diploma. This kind of respect is so inspiring. Yeah, crying here.

[@kyragrayc]

Principal in 2020: Ok everyone go on mute.

[@emmakloppenborg7025]

Hahaha

[@sarahss2483]

LOOOOL

[@joeboi1342]

Good one

[@ChestersonJack]

Damn I hope that’s what they do for me

[@kjali.9850]

IM WEAK

[@deadinside5617]

Hundreds of people silent for minutes all to respect one person. And thirty people in my class can’t bare one minute silence for everyone who died in wars. Also I have mad respect for that school

[@JohnDoe-fr1id]

Many die in war

[@scorch2099]

@@JohnDoe-fr1id don't care

[@JohnDoe-fr1id]

@@scorch2099 Nobody asked you

[@scorch2099]

@@JohnDoe-fr1id still don't care also you deleted the original comment i replied to😂

[@ashley_agabao5516]

Oof I missed all the drama!

[@tangie06_33]

This brought me to tears. I love how respectful everybody was. Congratulations to Jack and to all the 2019 graduates. Special group of young men and women 💗

[@jennagoins3545]

My 2 year old brother has autism and often gets overwhelmed when he hears loud noises. I pray that one day he will be able to have classmates like these ❤️

[@muffinszss]

at my school we have something called a “silent wave” for assemblies where instead of clapping, you wave both of your hands. i think i saw a teacher doing it in this video.

[@gabriellabryant775]

Yeah a few students were as well it's what people normally do for deaf people because they can't hear the claps.

[@toptencheese8491]

I do take sign language and I can confirm that it is the equivalent to clapping in the deaf community

[@stephaniejuarez7295]

That's the way you clap in sign language!

[@whycantichooseausername]

My 3rd grade teacher taught us this, I use it and remember it to this day

[@klove4204]

It means clapping in sign

[@fadedsoulz1910]

if you were confused about the people doing “jazz hands” because in sign language that is like cheering and clapping

[@AN-jf6fp]

Is he deaf too? I’m confused

[@sadewelsh7333]

ThisISclickBAIT No but many people with autism learn basic sign language. So they’re showing him support just without the sound.

[@starbee325]

ThisISclickBAIT No but apparently most people with autism can’t really settle with loud noises so they have to be quiet

[@BananeKiwi199]

ThisISclickBAIT na but they can’t clap because of the noise but still wanted to show appreciation and respect

[@skiiipawbs]

ThisISclickBAIT no. Some autistic don’t like loud noise.

[@michaelmarquez7778]

I'm not fond of graduations because of how long one has to sit through for the ceremony. It is exceptionally moving how, not only highly respectful the students, staff, and all those in attendance were to the kid, but how patient and graceful they were to sit through a ceremony that had a dedicated part of it for the student in complete silence. The amount of restraint and consideration is felt in the silence, what support. It's things like these that give us hope and encouragement in our every day lives. I hope people live each and every day with this much intention and thought, to be so kind and respectful with each other.

[@laura1195]

Was 2019 … watching this ceremony in 2023 ❤ Respect, emphaty and love will always make the difference in the world. Just love it!

[@bubblegirl830]

If my school did this, kids would would laugh and make fun of the kid. This school set a great example!

[@sharonzernia6100]

I think the person that get made fun of is the person who doesn’t quite fit in. Something is off about him and kids start to pick on him.

[@AlphaGeekgirl]

@@sharonzernia6100 That might be your opinion, but Who are you to say there is something off about another person. I, like Temple Grandin, are similar to this student. There is nothing off about me, yet my own family is narrow-minded like you and laughs at me whenever I stick my fingers in my ears, just as this boy did.

[@sharonzernia6100]

@@AlphaGeekgirl maybe I didn’t word this right... if a person is on the spectrum at the far end as this gentleman was, people tend to be more compassionate-like. It is the person like Temple who is extremely bright, but seems a little off, that that person is picked on. If you followed Temple at all, you would know this about her. In the above statement I was making, I was referring to a person who might be a Temple, not this young gentleman. I’m sorry that your parents make fun of you. The home should be a soft place for someone to be. I am hearing impaired and my parents would have never made fun of me and my speech impediment. I don’t know how old you are, hopefully you worked through this.

[@sharonzernia6100]

@alex please see response to Debi Taylor.

[@foxylee58]

@@AlphaGeekgirl, I was thinking that he could have worn earplugs or noise-canceling ear coverings. Just a thought.

[@katsu_199x]

Literally never heard a room of anyone of any age be this quiet for any reason 😳😳😳😳

[@theresawilson1306]

.

[@jggraybill]

Autistic kids work different than others. Their senses are heightened and hate loud noises like my son

[@denisehutchins4499]

My granddaughter gets freaked out by crowds and loud noise. Shes 9 & has asd

[@dornemason4134]

Oml I cried so much 🥺.. my son is austic and this would be absolutely fantastic

[@alexgee6393]

you've obviously never been to the Paralympics

[@the3mfs359]

Kudos to the graduating class. I commend all of you for being respectful, caring young adults. All of you brought tears of joy. I, as a human being, would like to thank you again for being decent human beings.

[@weshouldsaveourselves6780]

im actually crying wow. the respect and kindness the students have for that amazing boy. its just that the schools that ive been in have not been so nice to special needs children and teenagers and to see this was heartwarming.

[@filipedias7284]

When they went " ", I felt that 👊🏼😔

[@furryhunter8897]

If you even watched the video you'll knew they didnt clap because the kid doesnt like loud noises

[@momomacaroon4644]

Sebas Ops you don’t get it

[@artaokohvan]

Sebas Ops if u read the comment “. “ is silence. And the “kid” is 18

[@MLGsniper-oo8xp]

Hahhahaha weakling

[@Daisy-zr3qm]

Arta okohvan the kid could mentally be a kid for all you know sooooo what’s ur point

[@rainbowwriter672]

When the silently stood up, my tears rolled

[@Tker1970]

Me too

[@Jesusisgr82us]

Me too

[@Jacoe413]

Same!

[@BookishDark]

Yup! Me too! Lol!

[@darksideofthemoon2348]

Me too...😢💕

[@carolynthornton8017]

IN MY VIEW The fact that ALL the student were respectful and considerate for their fellow student Jack Higgins speaks volumns!❤

[@magnesjberg24]

i was scared that they all would suddenly start clapping for him.

[@joedames7432]

Same 😂

[@helloitsbella8161]

Think of how scared he must have been!

[@magnesjberg24]

@@helloitsbella8161 yea. i totally understand where he is coming from. my family worked with alot of disabled people, and i got to know alot of them. he must've been terrified by just the possibility of loud noises, shown by how he covers his ears almost through the whole thing. hope the guy is doing well to this day.

[@alohalivin556]

I wasn’t.

[@quaso_3709]

1000th like

[@noodleguts4945]

The principal fist bumping him is one of the most wholesome things I've ever seen Small cheesy edit: also I just wanted to say, I myself am autistic and I love the fact that the principal was willing to make the kids stay silent to make the student's experience better, there's not a lot of times people will be willing to respect others with mental issues or just others in general, so understand that if you know someone who loves you and will go out if their way to do stuff for you to make you comfortable, cherish those people and let them know how lovely they are, sadly there's a lot of people who would go out of their way to annoy others like that, but it won't work out in the long run, disability or not, everyone deserves to feel special and not hated for being themselves

[@HelloHello-sp1eg]

Ikr

[@steve00alt70]

Wholesome why use tht

[@noodleguts4945]

@@steve00alt70 cuz it's wholesome-??

[@OhManAFatRabbit]

why everything gotta be wholesome when the person involved has a disability

[@noodleguts4945]

@@OhManAFatRabbit it's just wholesome that he took the time to be respectful to him and make sure people wouldn't be dicks-? It'd be wholesome in any scenario disability or not

[@cavienechristie3786]

This touched my core. What a wonderful community.

[@masey423]

Chills when they all stood up. Props to the young men who started the standing O!

[@solfamilyj]

When the stood up for him, tears filled my eyes. Young people are too often underestimated.

[@saarahali2468]

@Megan B What are you even talking about, this is serious, why shouldn't that boy be allowed to graduate with a quite audience if it is what he needs?

[@lee_likes_bees]

Megan B dude that’s not going to happen. The blind person won’t even know if the lights are on or not stfu

[@nickgardner6987]

I felt the same way. I have a brother with autism if only the school he went to with “normal student” treated him as well as these students treated this young guy. Wonderful to see brings joy to my heart.

[@nickgardner6987]

Megan B you’re really fucking ignorant.... to say the least. One day you’ll understand why this is so special.

[@rinat3960]

Megan B you should shut the fuck up

[@bananasplease666]

i felt like i had to be really silent while watching this.

[@thetruebro6433]

YoY

[@jinniejinchimm]

Me too

[@prihaps]

Lol same

[@landenweaver]

Maren L. Me to

[@ML-ub7oy]

Same

[@xxscarfaycexx8152]

that's my generation right there!! Classes of 2019 baby!! WE DA BEST!!

[@BeautifulDemise]

I love that more people and places are becoming aware of sensory issues. Its great that everyone can participate and the level of respect was heartwarming.

[@misslioness8091]

I love that they respected his needs and honored him by standing up. Respect

[@LachlanKellett]

@@nointellectkid5640 Well, your friends would hate you, unless they are terrible people too

[@misslioness8091]

@@nointellectkid5640 Listen there's no need for negativity. I got bullied as a kid as well. I get it. Seriously don't treat others like others treat you

[@Yasmine-ib1je]

@Rye Bread 😐

[@YouHadMeAtHalo]

@Rye Bread but they didn’t? you wouldn’t expect somebody in a wheel chair to walk up ten flights of stairs would you? they’re accommodating

[@blushuwu911]

@@nointellectkid5640you didn’t need to type anything. Keep your ugly thoughts to yourself.

[@rosekilledjack]

When they stood up... I AM NOT CRYING MY EYES ARE SWEATY

[@jonx7han]

I’m your 300th like

[@marpyplarpy350]

Hey you should go to the Dr because sweating eyes is not good.

[@Meantg]

MarpyPlarpy LMAOOO

[@couldbenothing3418]

Yeah mine too

[@Fearth3nob]

Hahahahahhahah so funny 😐

[@Wide_Eyed_Wanderer]

Amazing they did this for him & his family.the silent ovation had me bawling. So happy for him that they accommodated him so he could participate. I hope more places take this as an example to follow.

[@ClownGutzz]

My little brother is autistic, he’s graduating highschool next weekend, and I’m so proud of him. He goes to a school with students like these, it’s so amazing to see other young adults acting with such care and compassion for others, no matter what their needs are. I’m sure not every one of those students are saints, but they did all give this young man the respect he so much deserves. And moreso, every one of those kids stood up and and gave him a silent standing ovation. That is just so beautiful. I’m glad to share a generation with other like-minded individuals such as these ones.

[@iRAiNB0WSHAWTY]

As the sister of two autistic young men this makes me so emotional. This school was beyond compassionate and you’ve got some amazingly sweet students. God bless

[@camimrno]

Bless your heart ♥️

[@ninjamafia192]

Two?! I'm stressed out with just one younger brother. He hates me at the moment and i don't even know why.

[@unbiasedpoliticalpredictio8460]

God Bless!

[@iRAiNB0WSHAWTY]

Camila Moreno thank you 💕

[@iRAiNB0WSHAWTY]

ninjamafia192 lol it’s a challenge but I wouldn’t trade them for anything. They are literally my entire world.

[@stephencolwell6288]

My son wouldn't walk or take part in his high school graduation. He has Asperger's. I wish all schools would do this.

[@katelynbendinsky5080]

I don’t have Autism and I would prefer a quieter ceremony. I think it would be less overwhelming for everyone honestly.

[@naomigoldberg6544]

My son with Asperger's also refused to go to his graduation.

[@saraanderson4507]

I have aspergers and anxiety, i have to go to my graduation. If i had a choice i probably wouldnt go because of the noise.

[@97AshleyRose]

Megan B you could wear headphones or ear plugs

[@Speckaboo]

Megan B sorry to hear about your situation and I’m glad you’ve managed, but disrespecting a show of compassion by labeling it as “childish dependency” is only encouraging people to be ignorant of one another. You don’t have to do everything on your own to be “mature”. In the same way, asking someone to be open-minded for you for a brief moment isn’t immature.

[@TheCosmicPony]

As a special education teacher, this is one of the most beautiful things I’ve ever seen. Everyone wins in this situation. Absolutely precious. ❤️

[@betweenthepoles]

His graduation after eight difficult years was a great achievement. He deserved all the respect given to him for his courage and persistence.

[@Exceltiaawesome]

When I read the title I thought they just didn’t want to cheer for him and I came here to be pissed but this was so much better than I expected.

[@planea8727]

same lmao

[@iangreer4585]

Me too

[@alisajadmohammadi749]

Same

[@Ostin1299]

Same

[@pardofelis]

same bahaha

[@SunnnyDay]

Maybe the most important thing those graduates ever learned, was learned on graduation day.

[@multifantv1245]

And what was that

[@same69410]

Matthew Smith acknowledging others’ needs and respecting them..

[@domhunt]

Respect and care for their neighbor man

[@lynnsjourney8198]

Yes

[@montexic5201]

If they’re doing so on graduation day that means they’ve already learned them mate.

[@andrewrobinson2869]

Brings a tear to my eyes and I am 58yo That was very touching . God bless Jack God bless the class of 2019 ,

[@awildarodriguez4491]

Wow standing ovation! God bless all the graduates- looks like to me that they were off to a great start by the school honoring this special young man.

[@GODOFLIQUOR]

I’m autistic and people didn’t clap at my graduation, although it was just cause I didn’t have friends 💀

[@pointlesslylukesplainingpo1200]

mood

[@bl0ss0mshum4n]

1 like = 1 prayer

[@bentowo]

@Syfou :o true

[@maggiedunne5262]

@Syfou I feel during ages 10-20 maturity decreases as age increases

[@tardiskeeper6]

Ouch!

[@dbsksarangx3]

I started tearing up when the students started to stand for him. They set the example for the adults to stand too. What a beautiful gesture 😭

[@Swe231]

That was a beautiful gesture to everyone in attendance 👏 👏

[@tinykittenlollipop1]

I am in tears from seeing that. Bravo to those kids and the adults who all stood for him and stayed silent respecting his needs. I am so proud of each of those kids and they are going to be wonderful adults. The amount of respect each and every one of them had for him, this is what this world needs, more people like these kids who not only stayed silent for his needs, but then set an example by standing for respect for him. So beautiful.

[@rahla53]

Me too, :>(

[@rahla53]

@@tinykittenlollipop1 yeah, just imagine how much they work to get this, so they know he is an outstanding living entity, :>)

[@Wild.horse.]

Me too!!

[@mistahkrazy805]

Very special that all his classmates clapped silently and then stood up and gave him a standing ovation as he walked off the stage. I hope those young adults grow with that empathy and compassion, and continue to put that out into the world.

[@gilliandelledonne4713]

I'm not crying, my eyes are just watering. I'm so happy for this young man and so proud of the faculty and students of this school for taking this young man into their hearts.

[@mizzysparrots4874]

You could tell those kids adore him. When it showed them up close they had the nicest smiles on their faces as they stood.

[@lorismith-anderson7010]

I dont agree, They looked like smirkes from some of them.

[@blackpillednormie9373]

You don’t know much about highschool do u?

[@kierad479]

Yeahhh no

[@OfficialMyxomatosis]

@@lorismith-anderson7010 - If these students were as bad as _you_ say, they would not be applauding in ASL.

[@artrojas4732]

@@OfficialMyxomatosis there were three or four, what video were you watching lol

[@julietcannarella6145]

everyone: silent, happy for the boy in his success all the babies: *my time has come*

[@adamware2103]

Normie

[@PersonMan1]

@@adamware2103 simp

[@PersonMan1]

@@adamware2103 Nah, i dont think i am.

[@PersonMan1]

@@adamware2103 Because you called OP a normie

[@ObamaGamingOfficialCabinet]

You must continue your journey without me

[@killuasbestie-_-killuasbestie-]

The fact that they actually listened and were respectful about it

[@Figment1964]

As the mom of 2 young men on the spectrum, I am so touched by this. I don’t cry easily but this brought tears to my eyes.

[@luciahilty2957]

i thought this video was about a crowd not liking him and that’s why they weren’t clapping, im so happy that wasn’t the case

[@EmilSosnin]

😂

[@cutekitten1185]

Eugene H Me too

[@applebottomjeans3284]

Lol 😂😂

[@ShinoriDelfrim]

That is what I also thought at first 😅

[@rohyanesakr4624]

same😭

[@gasser5001]

See? People can still be humane and civil in 2019. Have some class, humanity....take a note from these kids.

[@thandie67]

Dontmforget the people in the stands. Them too.😊

[@gladiusbladeofthenorth9939]

DJ Deckard Cain Some people are just complete pieces of shit tho,as we can see in the comment section,people calling autistic people retards are just toxic assholes.

[@annetteslife]

@@gladiusbladeofthenorth9939 I myself have a developmental disability and know exactly what it is like to be called a retard. I have been called that vile name both in person and online. It is not only hurtful but just down right awful. My motto is "Take away the dis in disability and see the abilities that each and every one of us have."

[@Pasterge]

ok boomer

[@naa5972]

You are talking like humans are getting les s civil. Ah yes civil racism of the past.

[@MatthewAllenKemp]

If you watch the crowd you won’t find anyone smirking. That’s amazing.

[@marilensidri4271]

Bravo for this school and it’s students who exhibited empathy and respect!

[@BRaion619]

It's also respectful how he says Jack is sensitive to noise instead of saying autistic 👍😭👍😭❤️💚💙

[@yapiolanda]

WY Tan remember a wise man said: Autism is not a disability, but it's a different ability- Dhar Mann. ;)

[@blue.orangeade]

it's not disrespectful to call him autistic tho? autism isn't something bad and many autistic ppl regard it as a huge part of who they are if I'm not wrong edit: nevermind i understand now, its simply more tactful and addressing his noise sensitivity doesn't mean disrespecting his autism. thank you for informing me!

[@yapiolanda]

@@blue.orangeade that is why it is not a disability, but a different ability. :)

[@alucardian101]

I personally don't like to consider autism as special needs, I prefer alternate needs. I have Asperger's and honestly, whilst my sensitivity isn't as pronounced as others, I feel at times like too much notice is like a sonic boom to the face. It's gratifying to see that people are still capable of such kindness.

[@hippychicken82]

As fair it is to decide if autism is a disability to u personally i am of the opnion it is as someone who is

[@Killbayne]

The amount of respect everyone gave him is just incredible

[@agnetubeagne5449]

they didn’t clap because he doesn’t like loud noises most likely

[@emilemalvault7242]

@NATALIA QUEVEDO Oh woaw, congratulations to you!

[@missyswanner1952]

This video was pure joy...it brought tears to my eyes...I felt the Principal was very compassionate in his request for this and to let Jack receive his diploma first...the graduates were amazing and compassionate as well...the standing ovation for Jack was awesome and the Proncipal I am sure is super proud of them...way to go Jack and your classmates...

[@Purplefishish]

I lost it when those kids carefully stood up. What an amazing school

[@AdamCrossing]

i thought they weren’t clapping because they didn’t like him. now we know they all love and respect him. god bless this guy.