Lambda Legal Honors Staples Principal Dodig

Staples High School Principal John Dodig today was honored by the Lambda Legal organization at a brunch, silent auction and fashion show at Mitchells on Post Road East. The group was founded in 1973 as the nation’s first legal organization dedicated to achieving full equality for lesbian and gay people. Dodig, Staples principal for 11 years, said 15 years ago he decided to let people know he was gay. “I’m in a community that is accepting,” he told News 12 Connecticut. “I’m able to be an advocate not just for gay kids, but all kids that see themselves as being different. My goal in life as principal has been to help kids avoid, as much as possible, not carrying a scar for the rest of their lives.” A former student nominated Dodig for the award. (CLICK TO ENLARGE) News12.com photo