By BARTON PERKINS | Staff Writer. PELHAM –Pelham City Schools officially kicked off its 10th annual Red Ribbon week on Monday, Oct. 23. There's plenty going on in the region's schools to celebrate this year's Red Ribbon Week, the nation's oldest and largest drug prevention. Last week, schools around the country participated in activities such as door-decorating contests, art contests, dress-up days, and more. In observance of the annual Red Ribbon Week (October 23-31), the Axis I Center encourages residents, businesses, and schools to come together in promoting a drug-free lifestyle and making positive choices. What better way to celebrate cozy season than with some wholesome fall craft ideas? These simple and quick projects can transform your home into a warm and inviting space. To commemorate Red Ribbon Week, students decorated their seminar doors, competing for the most creative door. Thirty-two doors were judged, and the winners were announced during an assembly at the end of the week.
Red Ribbon Week is an opportunity to educate and engage students in the importance of making healthy choices, especially when it comes to drug and substance abuse prevention. Decorating doors is a popular activity during this week, as it allows students to express their creativity while spreading awareness. Here are some creative door ideas to celebrate Red Ribbon Week and inspire students to make good choices:
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"Say No to Drugs" Door: Create a powerful message by using bold lettering and colorful images to convey the importance of saying no to drugs and living a healthy lifestyle.
"Our Future is Bright" Door: Use bright colors and imagery to symbolize a drug-free future. Incorporate positive messages and inspiring quotes to motivate students.
"Healthy Choices, Happy Lives" Door: Decorate the door with images of healthy food, exercise, and positive activities to emphasize the importance of making healthy choices.
"Drug-Free Zone" Door: Transform the door into a caution sign with bold letters and images that represent a drug-free environment. Add catchy phrases such as "Choose Life, Not Drugs."
"Superheroes Against Drugs" Door: Use superhero-themed decorations to showcase students as the heroes in the fight against drugs. Incorporate famous superheroes and their anti-drug messages.
"Life is a Journey, Stay Drug-Free" Door: Create a door design that represents the journey of life, with different milestones and choices along the way. Use images and quotes to promote a drug-free lifestyle.
"Choose Your Path Wisely" Door: Use a forked road design to highlight the importance of making the right choices. Decorate each path with images and messages representing the consequences of choosing drugs or a healthy lifestyle.
"Proud to be Drug-Free" Door: Celebrate students' commitment to a drug-free life by displaying their names or pictures on the door. Add encouraging messages and symbols of pride.
"Healthy Mind, Healthy Body" Door: Focus on the connection between a healthy mind and body by incorporating images of books, exercise, and positive affirmations.
"Team Up Against Drugs" Door: Decorate the door with sports-themed elements and slogans to encourage teamwork in the fight against drugs. Use team jerseys or sports equipment as props.
"Dream Big, Stay Drug-Free" Door: Use dreamcatchers, clouds, and stars to create a dreamy atmosphere. Add motivational quotes to inspire students to pursue their dreams while staying drug-free.
"Colors of a Drug-Free Life" Door: Decorate the door with a rainbow of colors, each representing a different aspect of a drug-free life, such as happiness, friendship, and success. Add personal messages from students.
"Building a Healthy Future" Door: Use building blocks or bricks to symbolize the building of a healthy future. Add positive messages and images of students reaching their goals.
"Living Life to the Fullest" Door: Create a vibrant and energetic design that represents the joy of living a drug-free life. Incorporate images of activities and hobbies that bring happiness and fulfillment.
