Ticket sales started March 27 for the Stand Up. Speak Out. anti-bullying concert in Falcon School District 49.Thousands of students and community members are expected to gather Aug. 17 at Security Service Field in Colorado Springs, where theyíll take a proactive approach to prevent aggressive and harassing behaviors in schools.Musical artists from around the country will join voices in Colorado Springs to promote a positive, safe and compassionate culture for students and families in El Paso County.Tickets are now available for $15 at the Security Service Field box office and online: http://tinyurl.com/D49StandUpSpeakOut.. A discount rate of $13 is afforded to youth 12 years and under, seniors 55 years and older and military ID card holders.A diverse line up of six musical artists will perform, joining with national anti-bullying and educational organizations. Speakers from Safe2Tell, Rachelís Challenge and Hey UGLY will compliment the band performances.Vertical Horizon, an American alternative rock band, will headline the festivities. The concert lineup also includes The BottomLine, Taylor Watson, Devyn Rush, Brian Jarvis and Brendan James.The Stand Up. Speak Out. online apparel store opened March 5, linked at d49.org, where individuals can purchase T-shirts and sweatshirts showing their support for the event.This anti-bullying event is mostly funded through local and national sponsors and partnerships, along with ticket sales. Anyone interested in sponsoring, or donating tickets, may contact the district communications team: d49concert@d49.org or 719-491-2902.For more information about District 49 and Stand Up. Speak Out., visit: http://d49.org/modules/cms/pages.phtml?pageid=290981. To sign up for emails, text keyword District49 to 33233.
