Wednesday, October 26, 2016

Benavides Elementary: We Give, Not Take!"

October 17th - 21st was Benavides Heights Elementary's Drug-Free and Anti-bullying Week! The theme was “We are givers, not takers! We give confidence, commitment, respect, and kindness; We do not take self-esteem, respect, dignity, and friendship”. Each day was celebrated with dress days and a personal act of giving and kindness.

Monday: Kings/Queens of citizenship – 

Wear purple, and/or dress like a king/queen. The giving activity was bring in a can of food that is not expired.

Tuesday: Show responsibility for your Environment – 

Make a hat out of recycled paper or plastic. Wear green and/or your recycled hat. The giving activity was promise to keep your school clean. If you see trash on the ground or at a table, pick it up.

Wednesday: Be a happy emoji, and respect others - 

Wear yellow and/or emojis. The giving activity was give a compliment and a hand shake to a classmate.

Thursday: Hearts against bullies and drugs – 

Wear red and/or hearts. The giving activity was make a card for an older person and bring it to your teacher. The counselor will deliver them to local nursing homes.

Friday: Promise to be a dreamer and not a bully - 

Wear blue and/or pajamas. The giving activity was sign an Anti-bullying Pledge in your classroom.