Campuses celebrate red ribbon week
Olmos Elementary celebrated Red Ribbon Week beginning on October 19 through October 23. A week long series of events were planned to make students aware of the dangers of drugs and alcohol. Several of the events included an anti-tobacco program presented to all grade levels by the North East Police Department (NEPD), as well as a visit from Officer Reusink and Leonard, the NEPD police K-9, who is trained to search for drugs.
On October 23, Lee High School Peer Assistance Leadership students (PALs) and JROTC Drill Teams helped kick off Red Ribbon Week at Olmos Elementary. Robert E. Lee (mascot) went along also. PALs rocked the crowd and entertained Olmos students, while Robert E. Lee circulated among members of the audience. Stratford Drill Team gave a performance followed by the Volunteer Guard Drill Team who wowed students with their rifle routine. "Combining groups to perform and having Robert E. Lee there was a great way to get young students attention," Lt. Colonel Hendon. "It was a good way to kick off Red Ribbon Week."
Lopez Middle School along with the PTA celebrated Red Ribbon Week October 17-25, 2009. The kick off started with the students gathering on the football field, making a circle and joining hands showing that they are banning together against drugs. The Reagan Cheerleaders supported them by performing their stunts. On October 18, the PALs and parent volunteers decorated the school with as many red ribbons as possible. Monday morning began with the theme, "Tie One On Against Drugs". Students/staff were encouraged to wear "crazy" ties. PALs students tied red ribbons on the antenna of the cars. Volunteers conducted a Q/A during the lunches to win stickers and twizzlers. Everyday of that week something fun for the students to participate in was happening. A slam dunk contest was held on Tuesday morning before school started. Students voted on the teacher that they wanted to participate in for the dunk contest. Friday wrapped up with a theme of "Panthers Team up To Say No To Drugs". Students/staff wore their spirit shirts. A banner hung in the cafeteria that read, "Drug Free Is The Key." Students had the opportunity to sign it, and volunteers and some staff put on a skit during lunches.
Jackson and Tejeda middle schools welcomed Olympian Josh Davis for visits during Red Ribbon Week. Davis told his story of success to the students and told them how important it is to live a healthy lifestyle and make correct decisions.
Motivational Productions presented a slide show to Hardy Oak students during Red Ribbon Week. The theme this year is friends, and all students participated in watching the show.
Thousand Oaks Elementary celebrated Red Ribbon Week from October 19-23, and the school's PTA sponsored an activity for each day.
Roosevelt High School held its annual Red Ribbon Week celebration from October 19-23, and various activities were developed for students to participate in.
Castle Hills Elementary kicked off Red Ribbon Week with the Lee High School Drum Line and Cheerleaders on October 19 at 8 a.m. The school had a variety of activities throughout the week, and on October 23, they welcomed the dance troupe Hype at 10:30 a.m.
Dellview Elementary was ready to kick-off Red Ribbon Week from October 19-23. This years theme is "Drug Free is the Key.". Red Ribbon week started with a Red Ribbon rally be led by the Lee High School Cheerleaders and Dance Team. Their positive energy reminded the students that they are pledging to be drug free.
On Monday, students and faculty remembered that being "Drug Free is the key to an Education" by wearing college t-shirts.
On Tuesday, students wore red as a symbol that being "Drug Free is the key to Success." Students completed "key" statements with their goals. All keys will be displayed in the Library hallway.
On Wednesday, students participated in a "Healthy Me Day" by demonstrating that being "Drug Free is the key to a Healthy Me." Students wore their favorite team jersey and sneakers. In addition, coach Jaime Guerra led the student body in a morning ex cerise routine.
On Thursday, students were reminded that "Drug Free is the Key to Friendship" by being a twin for the day. Students were encouraged to wear the same clothes as a friend.
For Friday, students showed their Dellview Pride and remembered that "Drug Free is the Key to Pride" by planting flowers for pride. Younger students were paired up with their buddies and planted flowers as a symbol to be Drug Free!
Dellview Elementary ended their Red Ribbon Week activities with a beautification activity "Drug Free is the Key to Pride." Students planted red tulip bulbs with their" buddies" in an effort to help PTA's campus beautification efforts. Each bulb signified a promise that the students made to each other as buddies to remain drug free. Under the watchful care of their Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics students the bulbs will bloom in March.
Roan Forest brought awareness to students about the dangers of drugs and alcohol during their Red Ribbon Week celebration. On October 19, the theme was Turn Your Back on Drugs and students and staff wore their shirts backward; October 20 Team Up Against Drugs, and everyone wore their favorite team shirt; October 21 Join the Fight Against Drugs, and all could wear camouflage clothes. October 22 Put a Cap on Drugs, and students/staff could wear a hat or cap; and October 23 Walk Away from Drugs day.
The Encino Park PTA Adept Chairwoman, Yvonne Poe created a memorable Red Ribbon Week for Encino Park Elementary School. The school and grounds were filled with red ribbons to serve as a reminder to stay drug free.
Each day of the week, students were encouraged to dress to fit the theme for the day. On Monday, the school mascot Eddie Eagle and SAPD Officer Frank San Miguel visited each classroom and took a class picture and reminded students to be drug free.
Thursday’s theme was “Chop Out Drugs.” Steve Kearns, a third degree black belt and a police officer trainer was the guest speaker. Kearns shared the importance of setting goals and staying focused. Audrey Garcia, assistant principal along with teachers, Neil Shelby and Larry Jentz were able to chop a board in half as a result of learning to focus.
At the end of the week, students were encouraged to “Team Up Against Drugs.” Johnson Varsity Basketball Coach, James Keller provided the administrative team and office staff Jaguar Jerseys. The students were thrilled to see staff members being part of the “Jaguar” team.
Encino Park also had a canned food drive organized by student RJ Poe and his mother Yvonne Poe. All students were encouraged to bring cans during Red Ribbon Week, and more than 250 cans were collected to donate to the San Antonio Food Bank. "The students enjoyed knowing that they were helping those who are less fortunate than themselves," said Colleen Bohrmann, principal.
Students at the Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Academy at Nimitz created RESPECT paper chains in their advisory classes on Monday of Red Ribbon Week. The students were given the theme of: The KEY to Unlocking the chain of DRUGS is……RESPECT!
Each link in the chain had a word that started with one of the letters spelled out in RESPECT. The words that were chosen were reflective of the respect and friendliness that STEM students should remember to show toward other students. The RESPECT chains from each class were linked together and hung up all around the Nimitz Middle School cafeteria. The goal was for other students to see the chain, read the words, and hopefully choose to be more respectful and friendly toward their peers.
The Ridgeview Elementary Rockets welcomed the Lee High School Volunteer football players, Peer Assistance Leadership students (PALs), cheerleaders, drum line, and Coach Ramos to celebrate Red Ribbon Week. "It was truly a wonderful week for our students and one they will remember for a very long time," said Lori Gerdin, principal.
Cheerleaders and football players passed out "2 Smart 2 Start Drugs" bracelets. The drum line gave a rousing start to the day and the PALs shared more words of wisdom with the students. The week ended with Heroes in the Community with football players and Coach Ramos speaking to the fifth-grade classes. "Lee Volunteers gave our students a great Red Ribbon Week!" added Gerdin.
Ed White Middle School celebrated Red Ribbon Week from October 19-23 with activities for each day of the week. The week kicked off with a pep rally. The Silver Stars Fox and 98.5 The Beat helped motivate students. There was a school-wide door decorating contest for teachers and art contest for students to promote being drug free. Former student and now firefighter Mark Black was a special guest on Tuesday to spread the message of "just say no." Miss Latina World 2009 helped the school do a balloon release on Wednesday. On Thursday the students wore jeans for the theme "I'm a Genius! I don't do drugs," and on Friday students wore "fancy" dress for the theme "I'm too rich for drugs," and the winner of the scary door decorating contest was announced.
Jackson-Keller Elementary celebrated Red Ribbon Week from October 19-23. Each day teachers discussed important “drug-awareness” topics with their students, and the students reflected and wrote about possible consequences of drug use. The ELKS club sent their Drug Awareness Trailer which was informative and provided wonderful opportunities for in-class discussions. Motivational Productions also came to Jackson-Keller. All students saw “Friends,” a motivational multimedia program on three giant screens, a program that stressed the importance of relationships in their lives. Daily, all wore "kooky" outfits to show their commitment to shade out drugs, sock it to drugs or to show that “Drugs and I don’t mix.” They had a fun week with prizes and an art contest, but in the end they all made a solemn pledge to stay drug-free.
Posted on October 29, 2009