Introducing the 2024 National Red Ribbon Theme:

Cheryl Holsapfel, Digital Art Teacher (left) and Devansh Aggerwal, student (right) at Solon Middle School.

Submitted Article on November 6, 2024

The National Family Partnership (NFP) has unveiled the theme for the 2024 Red Ribbon Week: “Life is A Movie, Film Drug Free. TM.” This creative theme, submitted by Cheryl Holsapfel, Digital Art Teacher, and Devansh Aggarwal from Solon Middle School, emphasizes the collective impact of embracing a drug-free lifestyle. The annual Red Ribbon Week Theme Contest, sponsored by NFP, encourages participants nationwide to craft slogans reflecting the campaign’s mission. The winning theme inspires individuals to contribute to safe, healthy, and drug-free communities through dedication and commitment.

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