Sunday, August 2, 2009

September Diversity Calendar

September 2 - Birthday of Christa Mcauliffe

Teacher Christa Mcauliffe was America's first "ordinary citizen" in space. She perished in 1986 on board the Space Shuttle Challenger.

September 7 - Labor Day

Begun in New York by labor leader Peter McGuire to honor the American worker, it was made a federal holiday in 1894.

September 15 - 16 - Mexican Independence Days

These days celebrate the start of Mexico's struggle for independence from Spain. Each year, the presdient of Mexico rings the bells of the National Palace.

September 19 - 20 - Jewish New Year

The Days of Renewed Responsibility begin at sunset, and end the following nightfall.

September 21 - International Day of Peace

Established by the United Nations in 1982, this is a holiday when individuals, communities, and nations highlight efforts to end conflict and promote peace.

September 24 - School Desegregation Comes to Little Rock

President Eisenhower sent federal troops to protect nine African American students who were attending the all - white Central High School in Little Rock, Arkansas. This ensured compliance with the Supreme Court's Brown V. Board of Education ruling.

September 28 - Yom Kippur

The most solemn day of the Jewish year, and one of the most important, the Day of Atonement is typically spent at synagogue in fasting, reflection, and prayer.

4 comments:

Anonymous said...

hi mr.A i saw your blog and it was interesting when i have more time i will check it out see you in school.

DIVYA - 4A

Spring Brook's Fourth Grade Blog said...

Divya,

Super cool! I'm sure you will find it pretty interesting and find lots of cool educational sites to explore.

Unknown said...

Yea the blog is really interesting. i havent got to check a lot out but... I have looked at some things.

Unknown said...

Wow!!!I just watced the vidio with the lisards the size of alligators they were huge!!!!