Today was Pink Shirt Day at Maple Ridge School. The students and I read a story titled Only One You and discussed the importance of being unique and standing out from the crowd when appropriate. We also spoke about acceptance and showing kindness to all that surround us, even though we may not necessarily agree with everything that is said or implied.

It would be greatly appreciated that a further discussion at home over dinner about kindness and acceptance be had by all families. I also spoke to the students about how one should be kind to others everyday and that waiting for Pink Shirt Day is necessary.

Please ask your son/daughter about the kindness task we did with the rocks this afternoon that I asked students to bring in. My request for rocks will hopefully be clear to you then after their explanation. Students are encouraged to bring in more rocks to paint on tomorrow!