What is the meaning behind Orange Shirt Day? This day acknowledges that residential schools are a part of our history. Wearing an orange shirt is a national movement to recognize the experience of those who attended Indian Residential Schools and to acknowledge the lasting impact on Native American communities.
The National Native American Boarding School Healing Coalition is a great place to find curriculum resources to provide students with the content necessary to know and understand the importance of Orange Shirt Day.
All are welcome as we will gather for a district-wide assembly in the High School Gym at 2 pm on Monday, September 30. The Swinomish Canoe Family will be joining us and we will also hear a few words from Dean Dan Jr., who is a Swinomish Tribal member and also a member of our Native American Parent Advisory Council.