We Are One Month themes extend throughout the year

Redmond Proficiency Academy (RPA) Middle School is in the final week of their monthlong celebration of We Are One.

Every October, they devote four weeks to focusing on kindness and respect among students, staff, and the community.

While Oct. 21-25 is the final official week, the middle school has decided to extend their donation collections for COVA (Central Oregon Veteran’s Outreach) to Wednesday, Oct. 30, which will also be their final Blue Shirt Wednesday.

Even though the month is wrapping up soon, RPA middle school students will carry the focus of We Are One Month weekly themes into the rest of the year, Middle School Counselor Shawn Diez explained.

“The focus on spreading kindness and making sure everyone feels included and respected, have helped bolster an inclusive learning environment that supports student academic and personal growth,” Diez said.