"A light orange rectangular banner with a purple border. The text 'Resilient', 'Courageous', and 'Brave' is at the top in purple text, with a purple star-like symbol in between. In the middle in large black text are the words 'MONTH OF THE MILITARY CHILD'. Below it in purple text are the words 'Purple Up Day' and in black text 'Wednesday April 15th!' The background is a gradient purple and white blur."

Wear Purple Day

Bates Elementary

April 10, 2026

Bates Families,

April is recognized as the Month of the Military Child, a time to honor and celebrate the sacrifices and resilience of military-connected students and their families. We are proud to recognize and support the military-connected students in our school community.

Throughout the month, we invite students and staff to wear purple as a visible sign of support. Purple represents all branches of the military coming together as one.

April 15th has been designated as Purple Up Day this year. We especially encourage everyone to participate in Purple Up Day by wearing as much purple as possible!