LAKELAND - On Feb. 26, Lakeland Catholic School Division (LCSD) will turn pink as staff and students take a stand against bullying, coming together to spread kindness, inclusion, and respect.
“Staff and students across Lakeland Catholic School Division (LCSD) will be showing their support for Pink Shirt Day by wearing pink and taking part in activities that promote kindness, inclusion, and respect,” said Stefanie Cox, communications officer for LCSD.
Pink Shirt Day goes beyond wearing pink, it highlights the importance of creating a supportive school environment. LCSD has introduced initiatives promoting kindness and positive interactions throughout the school year.
“This day serves as an opportunity to reinforce our ongoing commitment to fostering a positive and welcoming environment where every student feels valued and supported,” Cox added.
“Leading up to Pink Shirt Day, many LCSD schools took part in Kindness in Action initiatives, including random acts of kindness challenges and the kindness ripple effect challenge, helping to build a culture of compassion and respect,” Cox explained.
The momentum will continue on Feb. 26, as schools engage in various activities to highlight the significance of standing up against bullying.
“On Pink Shirt Day itself, some schools are continuing these efforts through in-class discussions about the significance of the day, while one school is leading a special project by creating custom pins as a lasting reminder of the importance of standing up against bullying,” Cox said.
She added, as part of the LCSD Mental Health Matters Campaign, which is supported by Imperial Oil, students across the division are expressing their thoughts on anti-bullying through art.
“Students across our schools are also participating in the Mental Health Matters poster design contest, which highlights the anti-bullying theme through artistic expression,” Cox shared.
“Through ongoing initiatives, we continue to encourage students to support one another, stand against bullying, and seek help when needed.”
