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Wear Pink Wednesdays — Breast Cancer Awareness
8/8/2026 11:49 pm
OCTOBER · BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH
We wear pink.We show we care.
Four Wednesdays. One caring community. Join Cannon Cubs in honoring everyone affected by breast cancer—and discover ways to help beyond wearing pink.
Ways to make a difference →CANNON CUBS CARE
A little pink. A whole lot of heart.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. We wear pink to honor survivors, support people living with breast cancer, remember loved ones, and recognize the families and caregivers beside them.
Students, staff, and families are invited to join in. A pink shirt, socks, bow, or favorite accessory you already own is plenty. Everyone belongs, whether or not they wear pink.
FOUR WEDNESDAYS · OCTOBER 2026
Let’s turn Wednesdays pink.
Wear pink. Show you care.
Wear pink. Show you care.
Wear pink. Show you care.
AWARENESS STARTS WITH UNDERSTANDING
Know more.
Care more.
Breast cancer happens when cells in the breast grow abnormally and multiply without control. There are different types, and care is tailored to each person.
It mostly affects women, but men can develop breast cancer, too. Awareness includes everyone affected.
Learn more: CDC breast cancer basics ↗ · Breast cancer in men ↗
FOR PARENTS & ADULT FAMILY MEMBERS
Turn awareness into a conversation.
Ask about screening.
Screening looks for breast cancer before symptoms appear and can help find it earlier. Ask your healthcare professional when to begin mammograms and how often to have them, based on your age, health history, and risk.
Know your usual.
Talk to a healthcare professional promptly about a new breast or underarm lump, skin dimpling, nipple changes or discharge, or a change in breast size or shape. These changes can have causes other than cancer, but deserve attention.
Share your family history.
Tell your healthcare professional about breast or ovarian cancer in your family. They can help assess your risk and whether genetic counseling or a different screening plan makes sense for you.
Some people have no symptoms. Knowing your body complements screening; it does not replace it. This information supports a conversation with your healthcare professional.
WHAT ELSE CAN WE DO?
Make kindness part of the plan.
Wearing pink can start the conversation. A thoughtful, specific offer can help someone through an ordinary day.
Take a task off their list.
Offer a grocery run, a meal, or a ride. Ask what would help and check food preferences before dropping anything off.
Listen without trying to fix it.
A simple “I’m here for you” can mean a lot. Let them lead the conversation and skip pressure to stay positive or unsolicited treatment advice.
Remember the caregivers.
Check in with the people providing support, too. Offer an errand, a meal, or a little company with no expectation of a reply.
Respect their privacy.
Ask before sharing someone’s diagnosis, story, or photo. Let them decide what they want others to know.
Keep showing up.
Stay in touch beyond October and after treatment. A short message or a regular check-in can make care feel consistent.
Give time or give thoughtfully.
If you’d like to do more, explore volunteer opportunities or donate directly to a cancer organization whose work you want to support.
Ways to help through ACS ↗More ideas: American Cancer Society: Being a friend ↗
SMALL HANDS. BIG HEARTS.
Ways our Cubs can care.
Keep participation simple, kind, and age appropriate.
- Make a thoughtful card. Draw something cheerful or write “Thinking of you” for someone your family knows, with their permission.
- Practice everyday kindness. Invite someone to play, offer help, or be a good listener.
- Talk together. Try: “We’re wearing pink to show we care about people who are sick and the people helping them.” Let children ask questions.
- Choose care over purchases. A caring action counts. Families do not need to buy anything to participate.
INFORMATION & SUPPORT
A helpful place to start.
CDC Breast Cancer ↗
Clear information on symptoms, screening, and risk factors.
Free or low-cost screening ↗
Follow CDC’s program links to learn about eligibility and available screening services.
American Cancer Society ↗
Information, practical resources, and support for people with cancer and their caregivers.
Health information reviewed against CDC and American Cancer Society resources on October 5, 2026. External resources are provided for families to explore.
PINK IS THE START. CARING KEEPS GOING.
Let’s fill Cannon with kindness.
Share the Wednesday reminder with your family.
