September 30th is Orange Shirt Day. Orange Shirt Day began with Phyllis Webstad's story. On her first day at Residential School her clothing was taken from her, including a special orange shirt given to her by her Grandmother. The orange shirt has come to symbolize everything that the Residential School system tried to take away from Indigenous children, families, and communities.
Everyone is encouraged to wear orange to school and community events. Wearing orange shows you acknowledge the harms of the Residential School system and honour the children who attended. Wear orange and show you believe that "Every Child Matters!"
There is no school on Monday, Sept. 30. This day, the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, is set aside so we all can take some time to reflect on Truth and Reconciliation in our communities.
For more information about Orange Shirt Day, see the Orange Shirt Society Website.
You can also find information at the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation Website.
If you would like resources for learning at home with your family there are many available on the above sites. You can also access this Education Guide published by the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation:
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