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We've Got The County Covered
In a memo dated September 9, Cande Recke, Constitution Week Chair with the Black Eagle-Assinniboine Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution in Great Falls, shared information about Constitution Week with local school personnel. This information invites students, staff, and families to join in celebrating the 68th Anniversary of Constitution Week, September 17-23, 2024.
The tradition of celebrating the U.S. Constitution began in 1955 when the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) petitioned Congress to annually set aside September 17-23 for the observance of Constitution Week. The resolution was adopted by Congress and signed into public law in 1956 by Dwight D. Eisenhower, the 34th President of the United States.
“The U.S. Constitution is such an important document, and the history behind it is so vital to our lives today. We encourage everyone to read the U.S. Constitution, talk about it, and most importantly, learn from it,” Recke stated.
Whether refreshing their memories by reading the Constitution, the Bill of Rights, or the words of famous orators like Patrick Henry, the DAR invites everyone to join in celebrating Constitution Week. Other forms of recognition might include engaging in a thematic Word Unscramble, crossword puzzle, word search, or Amendment Matching activity,
“We also want to thank all school personnel for their hard work and commitment to the education of our Montana students. Your dedication gives all students the tools they need in order to succeed and to continue to grow. In addition to sharing some of the activities suggested, be sure to ring your bells on September 17 at 2:00,” Recke concluded.
The tradition of ringing bells on Constitution Day began when, after four months of heated debate, the delegates reached an agreement on September 17, 1787. As they emerged from Independence Hall at 4 p.m. EST, all the church bells in Philadelphia began ringing to celebrate the signing of the Constitution.
