Red Ribbon Ideas, by Lynell O'Reel, School Counselor at Rutland Elementary

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Red Ribbon Week

October 27-31, 2014

Next week is Red Ribbon Week.  This celebration provides us with an opportunity to renew our commitment to a healthy and drug – free lifestyle and show our dedication to education and prevention efforts in our schools and communities.

The Red Ribbon is a symbol of unity against the illegal use of drugs.  This public display came about in response to the tragic 1985 murder of a Federal Drug Enforcement Administration Agent, Enrique Camarena. 

Now a national celebration, Red Ribbon Week, allows educators, parents, community groups, students, and others to focus on the work being done to stop the spread of drugs and to draw attention to the growing millions who have pledged to live drug – free.

We will have a theme each day to celebrate Red Ribbon Week.  Our Red Ribbon Week activities include:

                       

Monday           LOVE Yourself, Be Drug Free!  Dress in RED    

Tuesday          Rutland Rockets display PEACE & POWER to STAND UP against DRUGS &             

                             BULLYING! Wear 60’s clothing or tie dye.

Wednesday     Rutland Rockets are Drug Free!  Dress in your Rutland Spirit Wear or Rutland colors.  

Thursday         Be a HERO everyday being Drug free! Wear camouflage or patriotic colors.

 Friday              Rutland Rockets “TEAM UP” against Drugs!  Wear your favorite sports TEAM jersey.