Don't+Buy+Anything+Week

In Social Studies 9 we have been learning about the theme of revolution. The idea that change can happen in the world if people are willing to stand up for what they believe in.

To take part in the "Environmental Revolution" and in honour of Earth Day; Thursday April 22, our class has chosen to participate in a class challenge that addresses the issue of climate change as a result of conspicuous consumption.


 * __Don't Buy Anything Week__**
 * To take place during 12:01 am Monday April 19 - Midnight Sunday April 25


 * Students can not spend money on any items except what is necessary for life. (As most necessities such as shelter and groceries are provided by you there should be almost no need for students to buy anything)


 * Students __cannot__ spend money on: clothes, toys, take out food, eating out, recreational activities, etc.


 * Students cannot receive or encourage gifts of the above items to be bought for them.


 * Students may eat lunch at the school cafeteria.

To compare your spending in Don't Buy Week with your current spending habits. Students are asked to track their spending during Friday April 16 and Sunday April 19.
 * Students will write a journal entry each day to track their experience.