Pink Shirt Day

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 Pink Shirt Day TEXT SET:
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STAND UP TO BULLYING

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In 2007, something remarkable happened in Berwick, Nova Scotia. A new Grade 9 student
at the local school was being treated unkindly because he wore a pink shirt. But, two
courageous students in Grade 12, named David Shepherd and Travis Price decided to take a
stand against bullying.
These two students went out and bought 50 pink shirts. They then encouraged their
classmates to join them in wearing pink as a symbol of unity and support. The next day,
something incredible happened - most of the students arrived at school wearing pink shirts!
This simple act of kindness gave birth to what is now known as Pink Shirt Day.
The impact of the Berwick event was so significant that Nova Scotia officially declared the
second Thursday of September as "Stand Up Against Bullying Day." This was just the
beginning.
In 2008, the province of British Columbia in Canada proclaimed February 28th as their
official provincial anti-bullying day. The movement gained momentum and reached even
greater heights.
In 2012, the United Nations declared May 4th as Anti-Bullying Day. This marked a global
recognition of the importance of standing against bullying.
Today, Canada celebrates Pink Shirt Day on the last Wednesday of February as its national
Pink Shirt/Anti-Bullying Day. Many other countries have also set aside specific days to raise
awareness about bullying prevention, kindness, and inclusion.
The message of Pink Shirt Day has reached students across Canada, from kindergarten all
the way to high school graduation. It serves as a reminder to be kind and inclusive, and it
continues to inspire more people to join the movement against bullying.
Let us stand together and make every day a Pink Shirt Day, where bullying has no place
and kindness prevails.

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 Pink Shirt Day TEXT SET:
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STAND UP TO BULLYING

Name: Date:

In 2007, something special happened in Berwick, Nova Scotia. A new student at their school
was treated unkindly, bullied because he chose to wear a pink shirt.
Two Grade 12 students, named David Shepherd and Travis Price decided to stand up to the
bullies and show they were being unkind.
They took action by purchasing 50 pink shirts and had their classmates join them in wearing
pink. The next day at school, many students were wearing pink - they were so surprised! It was
an incredible act of kindness and began “Pink Shirt Day”.
Many people around the world raised awareness about the importance of standing up
against bullies to help promote kindness and inclusion.
All around the world, specific days have been chosen to raise awareness about the
importance of preventing bullying and promoting kindness and inclusion.
In Canada, students in Kindergarten to high school participate in Pink Shirt Day. The
movement continues to grow and spread its positive message.
By wearing pink and standing up against bullying, we can make a difference in our schools,
communities, and the world. Let’s come together and make kindness part of our everyday lives!
Important Dates:
Every second Thursday in September is “Stand Up Against Bullying Day”
February 28 is “Anti-Bullying Day” (U.S and Canada)
May 4 is international Anti-Bullying Day (worldwide)
Last Wednesday in February is “Pink Shirt Day” (in Canada)

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Pink Shirt Day TEXT SET:
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STAND UP TO BULLYING

Name: Date:

In 2007, something special happened in Berwick, Nova Scotia. A new student at

a school was bullied for wearing a pink shirt.
Two older boys named David and Travis saw what happened, and wanted to
help. They bought 50 pink shirts and asked their friends to wear them.
At school the next day, lots of students wore pink shirts to show they support
each other. This started Pink Shirt Day. Because of this, Berwick, Nova Scotia
made a special day against bullying.
In 2008, more places in Canada made a special day against bullying. Now,
Canada celebrates Pink Shirt Day every year.
Many other countries also have days to talk about being kind and stopping
bullying. Pink Shirt Day reminds everyone in Canada to be nice and include
others. Let’s make every day like Pink Shirt Day, where bullying is never okay and
kindness always wins.
Important Dates:
February 28 is “Anti-Bullying Day” (U.S and Canada)
May 4 is international Anti-Bullying Day (worldwide)
Last Wednesday in February is “Pink Shirt Day” (in Canada)

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 Pink Shirt Day COMPREHENSION
QUESTIONS

SHORT ANSWER QUESTIONS:

1. Where and how did Pink Shirt Day originate?

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2. How does Pink Shirt Day help raise awareness to anti-bullying?

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3. How can we encourage bystanders to speak up and intervene

when they witness bullying?
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4. How do you think social media and technology impact bullying

behaviour? What steps can we take to address cyber bullying?

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My Promise to Be Kind WRITTEN
RESPONSE

Write a 1-2 paragraph response on how you promise you will be kind to those
experiencing exclusion and bullying. Think about personal experiences (things
you’ve seen and heard) to help draw from personal examples.

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 Design Your Pink Shirt
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Design a shirt you would wear on Pink Shirt Day to help raise awareness on anti-bullying.

Explain the words and designs on your shirt. How do they relate to what
Pink Shirt Day stands for?

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