2020 National Red Ribbon Week Official Theme "Be Happy. Be Brave. Be Drug Free."

2020 National Red Ribbon Week Official Theme

"Be Happy. Be Brave. Be Drug Free."

NIMCO, Inc. is proud to join forces with the National Family Partnership to announce the 2020 National Red Ribbon Week Theme "Be Happy. Be Brave. Be Drug Free."

Red Ribbon Week is held every year in schools across America on Oct. 23-31st. NIMCO carries a huge selection of Red Ribbon Week promotionals (including the theme) that can be purchased exclusively from our website. 

Start planning your Red Ribbon Week activities by visiting us at www.nimcoinc.com so you can start ordering promotionals now!

2017 National Red Ribbon Week Theme "Your Future is Key, SO STAY DRUG FREE"

2017 National Red Ribbon Week Theme "Your Future is Key, SO STAY DRUG FREE"

NIMCO, Inc. would like to introduce the 2017 National Red Ribbon Week Theme "Your Future is Key, SO STAY DRUG FREE".

NIMCO, Inc. is proud to join forces with National Family Partnership in promoting National Red Ribbon Week Oct. 23-31. 

We have a full line of promotionals that can be purchased exclusively from our website so you can start planning your Red Ribbon Week activities now! 

Visit us now at www.nimcoinc.com to purchase your Red Ribbon Week products today!

Or call us at 1.800.962.6662

The 2016 National Red Ribbon Week Theme is HERE!!! "YOLO. Be Drug Free."

2016 National Red Ribbon Week Theme "YOLO. Be Drug Free."

NIMCO, Inc. would like to introduce the 2016 National Red Ribbon Week Theme "YOLO. Be Drug Free." 

NIMCO, Inc. is proud to join forces with National Family Partnership in promoting National Red Ribbon Week Oct. 23-31. 

We have a full line of promotionals that can be purchased exclusively from our website so you can start planning your Red Ribbon Week activities now! 

Visit us now at www.nimcoinc.com to purchase your Red Ribbon Week products today!

Or call us at 1.800.962.6662

Drug and Alcohol Attention Grabbers™ - Do You See What I See?

Over the next few weeks, NIMCO will be sharing some "Attention Grabber™" ideas that you can use in class to help teach about the dangers of drugs and alcohol. The “Attention Grabbers™” are designed to assist with teaching and speaking about the adverse effects alcohol and drugs cause to all who are exposed to these addictive drugs. We live in a visual society, making visual aids a needed resource to assist with speaking or teaching thus enabling you to reach your entire audience. The suggestions are designed to assist your alcohol and drug education programs. You may expound upon each scenario as your presentation or speaking time allows. Each “Attention Grabber™” is very cost effective to present with the suggested visual aids to reiterate the information given during your presentation. These "Attention Grabber™" ideas are also great for Red Ribbon Week!

Supplies:

• Blindfold

• Masking Tape (Blue found in most paint sections at stores)

Directions:

Put down two straight lines of tape about eight feet long. Allow about 2 feet between the lines. Tell the assembled group that you want to talk with them about the negative effects of drugs and alcohol on your body. Explain to the group that one person is killed every 22 minutes daily in the U.S. in a drunken driving accident. Drinking and driving is the number one killer of Americans between the ages of 17-24. We all think this could never happen to me but I am sure everyone in this room is aware of someone who has been injured or killed in an accident that involved alcohol.

When I heard these facts, not only was I amazed, but I started thinking; “how could this be”. I decided to do some research on my own and you will be amazed at what I discovered. I will need two volunteers to assist me with the demonstration. Have the volunteers join you in front of the group and proceed as follows.

Stand each volunteer at the beginning of one of the lines. Blind fold one volunteer and not the other one. Start talking and as you explain start slowing turning the blind folded individual around and around in place.  

Explain to the group that both of these young adults are at a party. Point to the volunteer that IS NOT blindfolded and explain that all night long he has resisted the offer of alcohol. Facts have proven that 1 out of every 3 Americans do not drink. Point to the volunteer that is not blind folded and tell him that he has just left the party and the only thing that he has drank is soft drinks. Ask him to walk the line from beginning to end. When he completes the task, ask him if it was difficult. The reply should be no. (This entire time continue slowly turning the blind folded volunteer) Ask the first volunteer to stand in the middle of their line. Now explain to the group that this individual has been drinking at the party and has had quite a bit to drink. Now take the blind fold off and ask the volunteer to walk the straight line. The individual will find it difficult and will probably bump into the first volunteer standing on their line. Have a chair available for the dizzy individual to sit in and do not make them finish walking the line if it is to difficult, be ready to assist the youth to avoid a fall.

This is an excellent example of how your judgment and motor skills are affected when you drink alcohol. Many illegal drugs have similar effects. Point out to the group that the drunk volunteer bumped into the volunteer that had not been drinking. Reiterate this is what happens many times to an innocent individual. They are injured or killed because of a drunk driver.

*For an added, bonus you may use “Fatal Vision Goggles” listed below for the entire group to visualize just how alcohol can affect their visual judgment.

Suggested supplemental materials may be purchased at www.nimcoinc.com

Fatal Vision Goggles (Starter Kit with Case) (Click Here to Purchase)

School Spirit - Ideas for Red Ribbon Week Activities

NIMCO, Inc. Encourages Red Ribbon Week Activities

Over the next few weeks leading up to Red Ribbon Week 2013, NIMCO will be sharing some activity ideas on our blog that teachers and community leaders can use to help students get excited about Red Ribbon Week. Many of these ideas can be incorporated in your school leading up to Red Ribbon Week.

Our ninth entry is entitled: School Spirit  

Students and staff team up for the fight against drugs by wearing their favorite swag to school.

• Wear your school shirts and as much red as possible.

• Kick-off Red Ribbon Week in conjunction with homecoming, an important home football game, or another popular community event.

• Offer half-priced admission at a home ball game to anyone wearing a red ribbon.

• Make paper bricks, have each student put his or her name on one as a pledge to be drug-free. Build a wall to “join together to be drug-free.”

• Have students sponsor teachers and check to see that the teacher wears his or her red

ribbon every day.

TODAY’S MESSAGE

“Just Say No to Drugs!”

Head over to our website for more Red Ribbon Week information. We also have a page dedicated to the National 2013 Red Ribbon Week Theme "A Healthy Me is Drug Free!" where you can purchase many different promotional items that you can use and pass out to students during Red Ribbon Week Oct. 23-31st.

Your Future Without Drugs Is A Reality - Ideas for Red Ribbon Week Activities

NIMCO, Inc. Encourages Red Ribbon Week Activities

Having students dress up like their favorite career is a great
way to celebrate Red Ribbon Week!

Over the next few weeks leading up to Red Ribbon Week 2013, NIMCO will be sharing some activity ideas on our blog that teachers and community leaders can use to help students get excited about Red Ribbon Week. Many of these ideas can be incorporated in your school leading up to Red Ribbon Week.

Our eighth entry is entitled: Your Future Without Drugs Is A Reality

Give students a chance to dress like their favorite physical activity or future career. All outfits must follow the school dress code. (No hair color, weapons, fake blood, masks, or inappropriate attire.) Below are some fun ideas to help students:

• Baseball Player
• Basketball Player
• Football Player
• Gymnastic
• Olympic Athlete
• Cook or Baker
• Artist
• Teacher
• Scientist
• Mechanic
• Farmer
• Fisherman
• Doctor
• Dentist
• Nurse
• Zoologist
• Conservationist
• Future President

TODAY’S MESSAGE

“The good choices we make everyday are what really makes us COOL!”

Drug Prevention Rally - Ideas for Red Ribbon Week Activities

NIMCO, Inc. Encourages Red Ribbon Week Activities

Over the next few weeks leading up to Red Ribbon Week 2013, NIMCO will be sharing some activity ideas on our blog that teachers and community leaders can use to help students get excited about Red Ribbon Week. Many of these ideas can be incorporated in your school leading up to Red Ribbon Week.

Our seventh entry is entitled: Drug Prevention Rally 

One of the best ways to get students in the Red Ribbon Week spirit is to have a drug prevention rally.

• Contest between grades for the best anti-drug chant or slogan to cheer.

• Games and Group Activities - scavenger hunt, red balloon release, Walk-A-Thon, people chain, etc.

• Use your school mascot or special Red Ribbon Week campaign mascot to participate during the drug rally to spread the message.

• Have a moment of silence to remember students who have lost their lives to drugs or substance abuse.

• Wear clothing inside out to say “Don’t Let Drugs Turn You!”

TODAY’S MESSAGE

“Don’t hurt your chances to win in school and in life. Stay drug-free!” 

Tricks Not Treats - Ideas for Red Ribbon Week Activities

NIMCO, Inc. Encourages Red Ribbon Week Activities

Over the next few weeks leading up to Red Ribbon Week 2013, NIMCO will be sharing some activity ideas on our blog that teachers and community leaders can use to help students get excited about Red Ribbon Week. Many of these ideas can be incorporated in your school leading up to Red Ribbon Week. 

Our sixth entry is entitled: Tricks Not Treats 

Drugs are definitely tricks and not treats. Halloween falls in the traditional dates for Red Ribbon Week. This is the perfect opportunity to let students make a positive impact during

one of the most popular holidays of the year.

• Halloween Prevention Party
• Give out Halloween Goody Bags

• Students write positive reasons why youth should not use drugs, positive character building quotes, or how to respond if someone is faced with being offered drugs.

• Dress up in a costume. Costumes may NOT include play weapons of any kind or blood.

• Teachers discuss with students that it is no longer safe to eat treats that come from strangers. Give students the information on what is safe and not safe. Who they should consider a stranger. Also, discuss the importance of being home before dark unless you are with a parent or guardian.

TODAY’S MESSAGE

“Say boo to drugs!”

Head over to our website for more Red Ribbon Week information. We also have a page dedicated to the National 2013 Red Ribbon Week Theme "A Healthy Me is Drug Free!" where you can purchase many different promotional items that you can use and pass out to students during Red Ribbon Week Oct. 23-31st. And don't forget we have some Halloween themed promotionals that are great for Red Ribbon Week and Drug Prevention.

And check back as we blog about more creative ideas for Red Ribbon Week!

Paint The School Red - Ideas for Red Ribbon Week Activities

NIMCO, Inc. Encourages Red Ribbon Week Activities

Over the next few weeks leading up to Red Ribbon Week 2013, NIMCO will be sharing some activity ideas on our blog that teachers and community leaders can use to help students get excited about Red Ribbon Week. Many of these ideas can be incorporated in your school leading up to Red Ribbon Week. 

Kids decorating their school for Red Ribbon Week

Our fifth entry is entitled: Paint The School Red

Red is the chosen color for drug awareness and is the theme color for Red Ribbon Week Activities. Allowing teachers and students to decorate the school is a fun way to get your message across.

• Decorate homeroom doors with drug prevention themes

• Have sign-up Red Ribbon pledges: banners, bookmarks, etc.

• Classrooms create signs for trash cans at school with slogan, “Drugs are Garbage!”

Classroom door decorated in red for
Red Ribbon Week

• Decorate your school or a special area with red ribbons, red paper chains, banners, posters, handprints cut from red paper, and other items that display drug prevention messages.

• Tie red ribbons around trees, fences, door knobs, and poles for the week.

TODAY’S MESSAGE

“To make our stand against drugs we are turning the school red.”

Head over to our website for more Red Ribbon Week information. We also have a page dedicated to the National 2013 Red Ribbon Week Theme "A Healthy Me is Drug Free!" where you can purchase many different promotional items that you can use and pass out to students during Red Ribbon Week Oct. 23-31st.

And check back as we blog about more creative ideas for Red Ribbon Week!

Back To Back - Ideas for Red Ribbon Week Activities

NIMCO, Inc. Encourages Red Ribbon Week Activities

Over the next few weeks leading up to Red Ribbon Week 2013, NIMCO will be sharing some activity ideas on our blog that teachers and community leaders can use to help students get excited about Red Ribbon Week. Many of these ideas can be incorporated in your school leading up to Red Ribbon Week. 

Advertising plays a huge role in whether or not our youth will use drugs

Our fourth entry is entitled: Back To Back

Celebrate this day by letting students stand up together against drugs. Adults and students can learn from each other on what to do in difficult situations. Below are different types of activities that students can do together.

• Set up role playing situations. Have students make a list of common situations among adolescents. Ask them to share ways that teens may deal with each of those stressors. Then group the stressors into helpful and hurtful coping strategies. Discuss how drug use can be a harmful coping strategy and how it can be a stressor itself.

• Discuss anti drug advertising and the level of effectiveness on the behaviors of young people. Have students develop their own campaigns.

• Discuss how various drugs are portrayed on television, movies, radio, magazines, music, newspapers, billboards or other visible advertising. Instruct students to watch television, mix up

the shows, and record the number of references to alcohol, tobacco, or other drugs and how

each reference was portrayed. Have each student share the type of television show he/she was

watching, the portrayal of substances and how he/she thinks this might impact youth.

TODAY’S MESSAGE

“With education and knowledge we can stand together against drugs.”

Head over to our website for more Red Ribbon Week information. We also have a page dedicated to the National 2013 Red Ribbon Week Theme "A Healthy Me is Drug Free!" where you can purchase many different promotional items that you can use and pass out to students during Red Ribbon Week Oct. 23-31st.

And check back as we blog about more creative ideas for Red Ribbon Week!

Plant The Promise - Ideas for Red Ribbon Week Activities

NIMCO, Inc. Encourages Red Ribbon Week Activities

Over the next few weeks leading up to Red Ribbon Week 2013, NIMCO will be sharing some activity ideas on our blog that teachers and community leaders can use to help students get excited about Red Ribbon Week. Many of these ideas can be incorporated in your school leading up to Red Ribbon Week. 

Plant The Promise is a great way to involve students in
Red Ribbon Week Activities

Our third entry is entitled: Plant The Promise 

Planting flowers is a symbol of hope, and a great way to involve both children and adults in your Red Ribbon Week campaign. It can be a fun educational time for adults and youth working together to create something that will continue to grow after winter months have passed. Most bulbs that are planted during October will bloom in April, during National Alcohol Awareness Month.

• Plant Flower Bulbs at school or in the community. Traditional flowers planted during this event are tulips and daffodils.

• Allow students to personalize garden markers so they can show off their drug-free commitment.

• Red Balloon Launch with drug-free message & school address on paper inside the balloons. Hopefully a school or individual will find the message and respond back.

TODAY’S MESSAGE

“Planting today’s seeds for a stronger drug-free community.”

Head over to our website for more Red Ribbon Week information. We also have a page dedicated to National Plant the Promise week where you can purchase tulips and bulb planters so your school can participate in planting the promise. 

And check back as we blog about more creative ideas for Red Ribbon Week!

www.nimcoinc.com 

Red Out - Ideas for Red Ribbon Week Activities

NIMCO, Inc. Encourages Red Ribbon Week Activities

Over the next few weeks leading up to Red Ribbon Week 2013, NIMCO will be sharing some activity ideas on our blog that teachers and community leaders can use to help students get excited about Red Ribbon Week. Many of these ideas can be incorporated in your school leading up to Red Ribbon Week. 

Today starts our first entry entitled: RED OUT 

Encourage students to wear as much red as possible. Wearing red is a fun way for students of all ages to show off their Red Ribbon Week pride. This gives students endless possibilities to have fun wearing silly, odd, cute, fancy or sporty apparel. 

• Announce that there will be a special prize for the student wearing the most red.

   

First- and second-grade students show off their red
during Red Ribbon Week at Tyler Elementary School.
(photo by J. Ten Broeck)

Fun categories students can participate in:

• “Hats Off to Being Drug-Free” - favorite hat

• “Sock It to Drugs” - craziest socks

• “Tie Down Drugs” - craziest tie

• “Shade Out Drugs” - sunglasses

• “Boot Out Drugs” - wear boots

• “Band Against Drugs” - headband/bandanna

• “Give Drugs the Slip” - wear slippers

TODAY’S MESSAGE

“Enjoy life by choosing the right time to be silly, funny, happy and serious.”

Head over to our website for more Red Ribbon Week information. And check back as we blog about more creative ideas for Red Ribbon Week!

Win an iPad and $1000 for Your School During Red Ribbon Week

Win Big During Red Ribbon Week!

Wanna know how to win an iPad and $1000 for your school during Red Ribbon Week? 

Visit our homepage at www.nimcoinc.com for more information on this wonderful contest. And while you're there, check our this year's Red Ribbon Week theme "A Healthy Me is Drug Free!"

NIMCO, Inc. Is the Leader in Red Ribbon Week Products and Promotionals

NIMCO Has You Covered For Red Ribbon Week!

As Red Ribbon Week draws near, many schools and organizations are looking for the highest quality Red Ribbon Week products available. You can find the best selection of ribbons, lanyards, buttons, magnets and other related merchandising promoting this event through Nimco, Inc.

NIMCO, Inc. is a proud supporter of Red Ribbon Week!

If you have been looking for the best selection of Red Ribbon Week items to purchase for your organization, school or community event, rest assured that you can find what you need at an affordable price through Nimco, Inc. We offer everything from ribbons and silicone bracelets in a wide range of hues to certificates, lanyards and more.

If your goal is to find an amazing selection of Red Ribbon Week products for sale through an easy online ordering process, you can pick up all of the items you need for this celebrated event through Nimco, Inc. We are dedicated to helping you find the right products for Red Ribbon Week you need to make this popular event a huge success at your school or other venue or event.

Inspiring Quotes on Education - 8/12/13

 “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.”
― Nelson Mandela

Bullying - STAND UP -STAND STRONG - SPEAK OUT!

Bullying - STAND UP - STAND STRONG - SPEAK OUT!

Bullying is a major problem for children and teenagers. Acts of violence and persecution can happen at school, work, and even in your home. The more we ignore the signs and symptoms the worse it becomes for the youth of our generation.

According to the website www.stopbullying.gov bullying is defined as unwanted, aggressive behavior among school aged children that involves a real or perceived power imbalance. The behavior is repeated, or has the potential to be repeated, over time. Bullying includes actions such as making threats, spreading rumors, attacking someone physically or verbally, and excluding someone from a group on purpose.

We at NIMCO believe that the first step to changing unwanted aggressive behavior is to talk about the subject and make parents, teachers, administrators, and most important students aware of the problem. In 2013, our company developed a new slogan and product line called "Bullying - STAND UP! STAND STRONG! SPEAK OUT! Our goal was to give students and teachers material they could use and wear that proudly displayed the slogan.

Our hope is that these promotional items can help remind students to take a stand against bullying in a positive way. We also hope that the slogan will be a visual cue to those who think about bullying to change their ways before they hurt someone or worse...themselves.

To view the new bullying promotionals click here to view them on our website! NIMCO is also the sole distributor of the 2013 National Red Ribbon Week Theme "A Healthy Me Is Drug Free!" You can click here to view the Red Ribbon Week theme.

Better Things to Do Than Drugs!

Better Things To Do Than Drugs!

Better Things to Do Than Drugs!

Better Things to Do Than Drugs is one of the many themes NIMCO, Inc. has developed and marketed to teach students about drug prevention.

The theme is meant to represent all the fun and exciting things students can devote their time too instead of using drugs. From painting and music to sports and studying, there are many directions students can focus their lives on instead of getting hooked on drugs.

We at NIMCO, Inc. encourage students to set an example to others by wearing this them theme to encourage drug prevention. This theme is great to wear during Red Ribbon Week! Held during Oct. 23-31st, National Red Ribbon Week is a chance for schools and communities to rally together and proclaim their stance against drug use!

Better Things To Do Than Drugs Class Kit

Our "Better Things To Do Than Drugs" theme is available in many different products including dog tags, bracelets, classroom kits, etc. We even have color changing cups imprinted with the theme that change colors when they are filled with a cool drink.

All these products would make great gifts to students to wear not just during Red Ribbon Week but throughout the year as well!

Take a look today at our selection online as you prepare for the 2013 Red Ribbon Week. NIMCO, Inc. hopes our theme will help you to spread the message of drug prevention in your school and community.

Better Things To Do Theme - Click Here

NIMCO, Inc Website Homepage - Click Here

The Perfect Theme for Red Ribbon Week...A Healthy Me Is Drug Free!

A Healthy Me is Drug Free T-Shirts (Youth Small-XLarge) Perfect to pass our to student during Red Ribbon Week

A Healthy Me Is Drug Free!

A Healthy Me Is Drug Free is the 2013 Red Ribbon Week Theme for our bracelets, pencils, red ribbons, and lots of Red Ribbon Week 2013 products we have available for your school or community. Nimco, Inc. is here to help you plan for Red Ribbon Week 2013. Click the link below for access to this year's Red Ribbon Week Theme http://www.nimcoinc.com/2013-Red-Ribbon-Week-Theme-c802/

Don't forget to visit our homepage at http://www.nimcoinc.com/

Red Ribbon Week is October 23-31st

What is Red Ribbon Week?

Red Ribbon Week is the largest drug prevention campaign in the nation. Red Ribbon Week was instituted in 1988 with President and Mrs. Reagan serving as honorary chairpersons for Red Ribbon Week.   Red Ribbon Week is traditionally celebrated during the last two weeks of October with October 23^rd-31^st being the official Red Ribbon Week. 

Why Celebrate Red Ribbon Week?

It is an ideal way for people & communities to unite and take a visible stand against drugs.  Show your personal commitment to a drug free lifestyle by participating in a Red Ribbon Week Celebration in your community.

Brief History of Red Ribbon Week:

Special Agent Enrique “Kiki” Camarena was kidnapped, brutally tortured and murdered by Mexican drug traffickers on February 7, 1985.  His tragic and untimely death opened the eyes of Americans to the dangers of drugs and the scope of international drug trade; thus Red Ribbon Week emerged as a reminder of the dangers involving drugs.  The first Red Ribbon Week was celebrated in LaMirada and Norwalk, California.   In 1988 the National Family Partnership (NFP) coordinated the first National Red Ribbon Week.  Since then Red Ribbon Week has been growing and gaining support world wide. Red Ribbon Week is a wonderful way to keep the memory alive of Kiki Camarena who truly was a hero in the war against drugs.  An estimated 80 million people participate in Red Ribbon Week each year.

Be a Part of Red Ribbon Week:

NIMCO, INC makes planning your Red Ribbon Week easy with products that will fit even the tightest budget.  Our marketing department will assist you each step of the way as you plan your Red Ribbon Week Campaign; we also have earth friendly campaigns to celebrate Red Ribbon Week.  We take great pride in introducing the national Red Ribbon Week theme each year at CADCA in Washington DC.  Our website www.nimcoinc.com is only a click away from assisting you with all your Red Ribbon Week needs for you to have an educational and fun filled Red Ribbon Week.

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Red Ribbon Week is About Commitment!

A Health Me is Drug Free! 2013 Red Ribbon Week Theme Dog Tag

 

Show Your Commitment to Being Drug Free with These Red Ribbon Week Dog Tags

Kids will be able to show off that they are drug free with this Red Ribbon Week dog tag with sign-up commitment on back of tag. Sporting a 24" ball chain this is one of our best selling Red Ribbon Week Products! Click Here to order now! We have other great Red Ribbon Week items with this great theme, "A Healthy Me is Drug Free."