Black History Month:
Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements and contributions by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history. President Gerald Ford officially recognized Black History Month in 1976, calling upon the public to “seize the opportunity to honor the too-often neglected accomplishments of Black Americans in every area of endeavor throughout our history.”
Black History Month has been celebrated in the United States and around the world every February since, with all U.S. presidents recognizing February as Black History Month. February was chosen as it coincides with the birthdates of both former U.S. President Abraham Lincoln and social reformer Frederick Douglass. Both men played a significant role in helping to end slavery. ...
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Native American Heritage Month:
November is Native American Heritage Month . The month is a time to celebrate rich and diverse cultures, traditions, and histories and to acknowledge the important contributions of Native people. Heritage Month is also an opportune time to educate the general public about tribes, to raise a general awareness about the unique challenges Native people have faced both historically and in the present, and the ways in which tribal citizens have worked to conquer these challenges.
Check out some of these terrific resources for more information about Native American Heritage Month:
• National Archives
• National Endowment for the Humanities
• National Park Service
• Smithsonian Education
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Global Diversity Awareness Month:
October is Global Diversity Awareness Month, a time to celebrate the positive impact diverse cultures, ethnicities and voices can have in a school community and society at large. During this month and throughout the year, we commit ourselves to creating an inclusive environment, embracing our differences and celebrating our similarities. When we put our individual differences together, we become an unstoppable team.
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