C.A. Gray Junior High ninth grade guidance counselor Cathy Nobles presents cups of sweet tea to students as part of the school’s Dress Smart Think Smart Campaign.

C.A. Gray Junior High ninth grade guidance counselor Cathy Nobles presents cups of sweet tea to students as part of the school’s Dress Smart Think Smart Campaign.

C.A. Gray kicked off the campaign this year. Students are asked to dress up every third Wednesday to receive a free cup of sweet iced tea.

The Dress Smart Think Smart Campaign falls under the umbrella of the ‘Choose To Work Smart’ theme that was implemented by C.A. Gray Principal Fred Smith two years ago. The purpose of the Dress Smart Think Smart Campaign is to challenge students to think smarter both in and outside of the classroom. The idea begins with students’ outer appearance.

“Students who dress well, test well!” Nobles said. “It changes their mindset and makes them feel empowered and intelligent. Dressing up also encourages students to behave and respond in a more positive way towards themselves and others, improving self-esteem and character.”