10/23/2026
October 26–30, our school will celebrate Red Ribbon Week, the nation’s largest drug-prevention awareness campaign. Celebrated annually in schools across the country to honor DEA Agent Enrique "Kiki" Camarena, this week gives us a dedicated time to discuss making healthy choices, staying drug-free, and prioritizing physical and mental well-being.
This year’s national theme is "Be a Hero. Stay Drug Free," which ties directly into our school-wide BARK values:
B – Believe: Believing in our worth and our ability to make healthy choices.
A – Achieve: Protecting our personal goals and futures by staying drug-free.
R – Respect: Respecting our minds, bodies, and personal boundaries.
K – Kindness: Supporting our peers in making positive, safe decisions.
Daily Spirit Days & Lunch Activities
We encourage all students to participate in our daily dress-up days and check out the interactive events hosted at lunch throughout the week:
Monday, Oct 26
Color Wars
Pledge to Be Drug Free! Students can sign the pledge wall and play Drug Fact Jeopardy for a chance to win $25 in Bullbucks.
Tuesday, Oct 27
Twin Day
Sidewalk Chalk & Positive Affirmations! A relaxing activity focused on positive self-talk, healthy coping skills, and stress management.
Wednesday, Oct 28
Student/Teacher Swap Day
"Throw Out Drugs" Dodgeball Tournament! A fun Staff vs. Students dodgeball game hosted by ASB.
Thursday, Oct 29
Meme Day
BARK Mart is Open! Students can drop by to spend their hard-earned Bullbucks.
Friday, Oct 30
Halloween Costume Day
ASB / WEB Activities! Celebrating our students for making healthy, positive choices every day.
Partnering at Home
In addition to lunchtime events and our parent workshop, students will participate in age-appropriate classroom discussions and advisory prompts throughout the week.
We encourage you to use this week as an opportunity to open up conversations at home about healthy decision-making, handling peer pressure, and managing stress. Thank you for your continued support and partnership in helping our students build a healthy, positive community!
