Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day Resources
The date may say 2024, but we are updating this page each year with new and exciting resources based on your feedback!
We are absolutely overjoyed to join you in celebrating Ruby Bridges and her incredible legacy throughout the nation! To make planning your event as easy as possible, we’ve curated a resource that will guide you every step of the way.
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Event Planning & Guides
Resources to help you organize and lead a successful event
Event GuideStep-by-step overview for planning
Older Students GuideActivities and leadership ideas for middle and high school students
Messaging GuideKey talking points and sample language
How to Tell Your StoryTips for sharing your event impact
Partner EmailTemplate for inviting partners and building support
ResolutionSample language for schools or local governments
Promotional Materials
Tools to spread the word and create visibility
Press ReleaseTemplate to share your event with local media
Social Media PostsReady-to-use posts and graphics (editable via Canva)
BannerLarge format for school or community display
Posters – PowerPointEditable posters for hallways, classrooms, or communities
Posters – CanvaEditable posters in Canva
Yard SignsOutdoor signs for neighborhoods and schools
Shirt DesignsPrintable graphics for event shirts
FramesTabletop frames for students to color
Take-Home & Educational Resources
Items families can use to continue the message beyond the event
Take Home Information SheetsKey facts and conversation starters for families
Zine + InstructionsStudent-friendly booklet to learn and reflect. View the simple instructions.
Interactive & Student Activities
Hands-on activities to engage students in creative and meaningful ways
Coloring PagesFun illustrations for younger students
CrownsWearable craft for celebration
Paper ChainsGroup activity to build unity and visual impact
Friendship BraceletSymbol of kindness and connection
Kindness CardsShareable cards with positive messages
Pledge CardsStudents commit to walk and roll safely
Feedback CardsQuick way for students to reflect on their communities
