Red Ribbon Week: The Courage to Say No * — Just saying "no" isn't always easy, even when we know it's what we should say. It can take courage to say "no" to drugs, and the best place to get a little courage is from a "wise encourager." Students explore the concept of courage and how encouragement literally means "to give courage to."
Key Ideas: Having the courage to say no to illegal drug - Finding encouragement to say no
Character Traits: Respect - Responsibility - Courage

Red Ribbon Week: Keeping It Real * — For people who are recovering from drug and alcohol abuse, the expression "keeping it real" means getting real about their substance abuse and the impact it is having on themselves and others. Students consider the importance of being honest with themselves about the implications and dangers of illegal drug use.
Key Ideas: Drug and Alcohol Use - Getting Honest about the Seriousness of Substance Abuse
Character Traits: Respect - Responsibility - Honesty

Red Ribbon Week: 3 Special Broadcast Messages Only

Smoking: Great American Smokeout * — Mind if I don't smoke? Students consider that not smoking is the truly respectful thing to do for themselves and those around them.
Key Ideas: Smoking - Health
Character Traits: Respect - Responsibility - Caring