Classrooms for a Cause Returns | Educate & Raise Lupus Awareness
Classrooms Across Canada Raising Lupus Awareness
Classrooms for a Cause 2026: Thank You for Raising Lupus Awareness
This Lupus Awareness Month, students, educators, and families across Canada came together to help make lupus more visible through Classrooms for a Cause.
Together, participating classrooms submitted over 220 purple butterflies, each representing a commitment to learning, empathy, and awareness. Through classroom discussions, creative activities, and community involvement, students helped start important conversations about lupus and the people affected by it.
“We are happy to participate in this cause.”
“We are participating for a parent of a student in my class who lives with lupus as a support system.”
These messages remind us that awareness begins with understanding and that even small actions can help create a more informed and compassionate community.
The Impact
- Over 220 purple butterflies submitted
- Classrooms from across Canada participated
- Students learned about lupus and the importance of supporting those affected by chronic illness
- Families, educators, and school communities joined together to raise awareness
Thank you to every student, teacher, parent, and school community who participated in Classrooms for a Cause. Your creativity and support helped make lupus more visible this Lupus Awareness Month.
We look forward to seeing even more classrooms join us next year.
Each butterfly represents a student, educator, family member, or supporter helping raise awareness for lupus in Canada.
Classrooms for a Cause – Step by Step
Step 1: Register Your Classroom
Educators can register their classroom using the form below to receive campaign details and resources.
Step 2: Access the Classrooms for a Cause Toolkit
Registered educators will receive access to a simple classroom toolkit including:
- Campaign information
- Activity instructions
- Lupus fact sheet for students
- Printable butterfly template
Step 3: Create Your Butterflies
Share the campaign with your students and begin creating your purple butterflies. Butterflies can be made using any artistic medium such as drawing, painting, collage or craft materials.
This activity encourages creativity while helping students learn about lupus and show support for those living with the disease.
Step 4: Submit Your Classroom’s Butterflies
Capture photos of your students’ butterflies and send them to: info@lupuscanada.org
Subject line: Classrooms for a Cause – (Educator Name & School Name)
Selected submissions may be featured in our national classroom gallery during Lupus Awareness Month.
Engage with Purpose
Participating in Classrooms for a Cause helps students learn about lupus, fostering empathy and understanding.
Create Lasting Impact
By joining the initiative, classrooms contribute to a national movement, raising awareness and promoting change.
Inspire Creativity
Encourage students to express themselves through art, using butterflies to symbolize hope and transformation.
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Thank You for Making a Difference
To every student, teacher, librarian, and principal who joined us—thank you. Your efforts are helping to make lupus visible. And together, we’re creating classrooms filled with compassion, creativity, and advocacy.