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Aloha State of Mind - Testing Spirit Week and Incentives

Posted Date: 03/25/26 (06:28 PM)
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🌺 Aloha State of Mind. 🌺

State Testing Spirit Week and Incentives

Logo for Carter County Health Center with a shield emblem.
❤️🖤 We are so grateful for our partnership with Carter County Health Center! 🖤❤️
Because of their generosity in utilizing a grant from the Carter-Reynolds Resilient Families Project, our students will receive some amazing support as we head into testing season! 🙌

  • ✔️ Daily attendance incentives for Middle & High School
  • ✔️ Reset room activities for our elementary students
  • ✔️ SNACKS (always a win!) 🍎
  • ✔️ Fun t-shirt giveaways 👕
They’ve also helped create a fun “Aloha State of Mind” Spirit Week to keep things positive and stress-free during testing! 🌴☀️ Check out the info below for all the themed days and details—we can’t wait to see our students show their Redbird pride while staying relaxed and confident! 

Testing for elementary begins the week after, and our MS/HS buildings begin at the end of April. Let’s celebrate TOGETHER to make testing week fun, positive, and stress-free! 🌞🌺

Thank you, Carter County Health Center, for investing in our students and supporting their success! 💙

Parent, stay tuned for our official State Testing Schedule!

🌴 Our Daily "Aloha" Themes 🌴

Spirit Week poster with daily themes: Lei Back & Relax (Hawaiian/Beach Fit), Spread the Aloha (Ocean vs. Sunset colors), Ride the Waves (Tourist/Surfer Fit), and Aloha looks best in RED & WHITE (Red Birds theme).

Tuesday: Lei Back and Relax! 🌴😎🌺

April 7, 2026
Illustration promoting healthy coping and stress management with a Hawaiian beach theme.
A logo with the words 'PREVENT', 'PROMOTE', and 'PROTECT' encircling a shield with a cross symbol, overlaid on a map outline.
Today’s Spirit Week theme is Lei Back and Relax! Start testing week with island vibes—wear your tropical shirts, leis, and beachy styles to bring a calm and positive energy to the day. 🌊🌞

Testing can bring stress and pressure. Experiences like Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) can affect how young people respond to stress, but strong supports—teachers, families, friends, and community—help students build resilience and succeed.
Learn more about ACEs and how communities can support youth:

Wednesday: Spread the Aloha! 🌅🌊🌺

April 8, 2026
Illustration of two pairs of children in tropical attire with text about positive relationships.
A shield logo with the words 'PREVENT PROMOTE PROTECT' encircles a cross symbol, overlaid on a map outline.
Today’s dress-up theme is Ocean or Sunset! Wear blues or teals to represent the ocean 🌊 or pinks, oranges, and yellows to represent a beautiful sunset 🌅. Let’s spread the aloha and bring positive island vibes to testing week! 🌴😎

Testing week can feel overwhelming, but having supportive friends and adults makes a difference. Positive relationships are one of the most powerful ways to help young people build resilience and cope with stress, especially for those who have experienced Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs). Learn more about ACEs and resilience: 🔗 https://www.cdc.gov/aces

Need to talk to someone? Support is available 24/7 through 988. 💚

Thursday: Ride the Waves! 🌊🏄‍♀️🌴

April 9, 2026
Illustration promoting emotional understanding with text 'Ride the Waves' and 'Understanding Emotions'.
A logo featuring a shield with a cross symbol, surrounded by a circle with text 'PREVENT PROMOTE PROTECT'.
Today’s dress-up theme is Tourist Day! Dress like you’re ready for vacation—think cameras, sunglasses, maps, Hawaiian shirts, and travel gear. Let’s keep the Aloha State of Mind going while we power through testing week! 🌞✈️😎

Just like travelers prepare for a trip, students prepare for testing by taking care of their physical and mental health. Stress can affect students differently, especially for those who have experienced Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs). Supportive environments help students stay resilient and focused.
Learn more about ACEs and protective factors:

If you or someone you know needs support, reach out to the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. 💚

Friday: Show Aloha Spirit! ❤️🤍🌴✨

April 10, 2026
Illustration promoting "Show Aloha Spirit" with children and a cardinal, emphasizing belonging and community support.
A logo with the words 'PREVENT', 'PROMOTE', and 'PROTECT' encircling a shield with a cross symbol.
Finish Spirit Week strong with Show Aloha Spirit! Wear red and white to show your school pride while keeping the island vibes going. Let’s celebrate the end of testing week with positivity, school spirit, and aloha! 🌞🌺

Testing takes effort—but taking care of your mind takes strength. Students thrive when they have supportive relationships, safe environments, and encouragement, which help reduce the effects of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and support mental wellness.

Learn more about ACEs and youth mental health:

If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. 💚