Staff and students participate in Red Ribbon Week at Boshears.
The Red Ribbon Campaign is one of the oldest and most prominent drug prevention programs in the United States. It was established to raise awareness about the dangers of drug abuse and to encourage individuals and communities to commit to a drug-free lifestyle. Red Ribbon Week is the annual event organized to support this campaign, and it typically takes place from October 23rd to October 31st each year.
The primary objective of Red Ribbon Week is to bring people together to take a visible stand against drug abuse. Participants often wear red ribbons as a symbol of their commitment to living a drug-free life and to show support for the campaign's mission, which is to work towards creating a drug-free America.
One interesting aspect of Red Ribbon Week is the National Red Ribbon Theme Contest. This contest invites individuals and groups to propose a theme for the campaign, and the selected theme becomes the central message for the year. This theme plays a crucial role in shaping the campaign's messages and activities throughout the year. The contest usually starts in January and concludes on December 4th, and winning entries help increase the effectiveness of Red Ribbon Week by providing a unifying message for the campaign.
By participating in Red Ribbon Week and the theme contest, people can contribute to the broader effort of raising awareness about drug prevention and supporting a drug-free future for the nation. This campaign has been successful in engaging millions of young people and communities in the fight against drug abuse and its devastating consequences.
