Proud to Wear Pink as Rainbow Schools Stand Up Against Bullying

Staff and students in Rainbow Schools across Sudbury, Espanola and Manitoulin Island wore pink on Thursday, September 11, 2025 to show their collective commitment to keeping schools safe.

Recognizing Stand Up Against Bullying Day at the start of the school year has become a tradition in the Rainbow District School Board.

“Wearing pink is a tangible symbol that safety is a priority,” said Director of Education Bruce Bourget. “It reminds all members of the school community to preserve and protect what we value.”

He added: “When students feel safe and supported at school, they develop a sense of belonging and connection. Belonging and connection are fundamental to well-being, the foundation for student success.”

Rainbow District School Board’s commitment to student success is reflected in its Strategic Directions through its mission: “Together, we prepare students to become lifelong learners, achieving their full potential as confident, caring members of society.”

Strategic Directions includes ten values that are modeled, taught and expected in Rainbow Schools. The Seven Grandfather Teachings – Humility, Bravery, Honesty, Wisdom, Truth, Respect, Love – are braided together with Resilience, Equity and Community.

“Our values provide the building blocks for ongoing character development throughout the school year,” said Director Bourget. “Character development programs and activities in Rainbow Schools, such as our Dare to Care initiative, complement the Board’s Code of Conduct, which promotes responsibility, respect, civility and academic excellence in a safe learning and teaching environment.”

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Media Contact:

Nicole Charette, Senior Advisor,
Corporate Communications and Strategic Planning,
Rainbow District School Board, 705-674-3171, ext. 7217.