Dogwood Elementary School Celebrate National Unity Day

SMITHTOWN, NY - From Smithtown Central School District: Dogwood Elementary School in the Smithtown Central School District came together in a sea of orange to celebrate National Unity Day on Oct. 25. Approximately 400 students and staff wore orange to send the unified message of peace, friendship and to take a stand against bullying.

During a schoolwide assembly, each grade level shared their class pledge to put an end to bullying and maintain a peaceful, friendly school. Students also sang a song about friendship and went outside for a peace walk.

Throughout the school year, Dogwood students have been learning strategies for dealing with bullies, how to recognize what bullying is, how to stand up for others and how to join in groups to make friends.

Photo courtesy of Smithtown Central School District