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Ribbon Week” is America’s most important drug prevention
event and is celebrated nationally every October between the 22nd
and 26th by thousands of schools. This campaign was originally started
by parents to show their commitment to providing a drug free future
for our nation’s youth. The “Red Ribbons” were
worn in honor of a United States law officer named Enrique who lost
his life while trying to stop the drug gangs. The main emphasis
has been to just “Say No to Drugs.” Today we wear ribbons,
bracelets, buttons, etc. to help deliver a powerful message that
will encourage our students to take a stand against drugs. See the
week's activities below:
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RED
RIBBON WEEK ACTIVITIES |
Monday,
October 22 |
I
am me...drug free! - Wear you wrist band with pride
to show you respect your health. |
Tuesday,
October 23 |
Put
on your Thinking Cap! - Wear your favorite hat to show
that you are being mindful of the many choices you have to take
care of yourself and your feelings. |
Wednesday,
October 24 |
Reach
out for others, not drugs! - Wear Red and sign your
pledge card as support for others. Remember to bring a boxed
or canned food item for the Food Drive. |
Thursday,
October 25 |
Team
up against drugs! - Wear your Saigling spirit shirt
or your favorite sports team's shirt or jersey. As a team, we
can "say NO to drugs" in many different ways. |
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At
Saigling we are encouraging our students to participate in a variety
of school wide activities that are promoted daily through slogans
and catchy phrases delivered during the morning announcements. Additionally
the students will learn ways to stay away from drugs and other harmful
substances during guidance lessons. To help empower students, the
focus has been expanded to include having respect for, and standing
up for yourself, by making wise and healthy choices. Thus our theme
is simply, “be mindful of choices.”
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On Monday, students will be given wrist bands to be worn all week.
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On Wednesday, students will be given the opportunity to sign a personal
pledge card against drugs. |
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