2006-07 RED RIBBON WEEK Each year, schools across the nation celebrate “Red Ribbon Week” which is dedicated to bringing the anti-drug message to children. As such, we have many activities planned for the week that foster self-esteem, good choices and family bonding. Our school is celebrating the week from Monday, October 23 through Friday, October 27 and the activities scheduled are as follows: Monday, October 23 – Red Ribbon Week Rally Wear Red Day. All students will be given a red ribbon to be worn during the week. The 5th grade chorus will present a “kick-off pep rally”. Tuesday, October 24 – Hats On, Drugs Off Everyone wears hats. Wednesday, October 25 – United We Stand In a Drug Free Land Everyone wears red, white and blue. Thursday, October 26 – Team Up Against Drugs Everyone wears “team logo” clothing. Buddy classes prepare bags and “Drug Free” banners for Red Ribbon Parade. Friday, October 27 – Red Ribbon Parade Students, staff and parents are encouraged to dress up as their favorite hero, a storybook character, or in a UFO outfit (Unbelievably Funny Outfit) that day. Students in grades AM Kindergarten students and grades 1 through 5 will walk through the village visiting various businesses wearing their costume beginning at approximately 10:00 a.m. PM Kindergarten classes and their buddy classes will walk through the village visiting various businesses wearing their costume beginning at approximately 2:00 p.m. Juice and cupcakes will be served following the parade, compliments of the PTA. Parents often join the parade or watch from a spot along the parade route. We welcome you to join us during these activities. Please be sure to send in the permission slip for your child.