The Tracy Unified School District hosted its annual Anti-Bullying Red Carpet Ceremony on Wednesday, Nov. 6, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Kimball High School.
The event, which was free to the public, brought together students from multiple schools to celebrate anti-bullying efforts in the community. Among the featured participants was Tracy High’s own Bulldog Project, an anti-bullying club that took stage Wednesday to raise awareness about the importance of standing up against bullying.
The evening began with an energetic welcome as cheerleaders and members from various schools greeted attendees as they entered. The Bulldog Project, along with Kimball High’s Jaguar Project and West High’s Conflict Management Club, were on hand to offer their support and speak out against bullying.
The ceremony featured speeches from club members, including Tracy High’s Bulldog Project President, Alyssa Cox, and Vice President, Lily Andish. These speeches highlighted the importance of fostering a bullying-free environment, particularly for younger students.
“It’s important that younger students learn about bullying from a young age,” Andish said. 
“Events like the red-carpet event help in raising awareness about bullying because they focus on the subject for younger kids. When these elementary students learn early on, the chances of bullying decrease because they are more aware.” Andish expressed.
A highlight of the evening was a special performance by Emma Sawin, Tracy High’s feature twirler, who performed alongside Kimball High’s band. The event also included a recital of the Pledge of Allegiance by local fifth graders, setting a tone of unity and respect.
The Bulldog Project members took the opportunity to share their experiences with attendees.
“I was inspired to join Bulldog Project my freshman year because I knew how impactful it was for the younger students,” Alyssa Cox, the Bulldog Project club president. “I wanted to be a part of something bigger than myself.”
New members of the Bulldog Project, including senior Justice Lawhorn, expressed their excitement about standing up against bullying.
“I’m looking forward to being a part of this and teaching kids at a young age bullying is not okay,” Lawhorn said. “This event really showed me what an impact Bulldog Project makes, and I’m just excited to be a part of it.”
The event concluded with the presentation of awards to fifth graders for their anti-bullying poster submissions. The posters, which were created by elementary students throughout the district, served as a powerful reminder of the importance of kindness and respect.
The Red-Carpet Ceremony emphasized the Tracy Unified School District’s commitment to creating a supportive, bullying-free environment for students across the community.
By highlighting the efforts of various student groups and encouraging younger students to participate, the event helped ensure that the message of kindness and inclusion continues to resonate in the years to come.
