Constitution Day was established by Congress in an effort to increase knowledge about the United States Constitution. The amendment, proposed by Senator Robert C. Byrd, was passed in December 2004, and requires all educational institutions to commemorate Constitution Day by offering education and programs each year on September 17 (or in the preceding or following week if the date falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or holiday).
Constitution Day commemorates September 17, 1787, the signing of the United States Constitution. The Constitution established America’s national government and fundamental laws and guaranteed certain basic rights for its citizens.
Constitution Day also serves as a reminder to participate in the political process by exercising our right to vote.
The school celebrates Constitution Day with an event and promotes awareness of the U.S. Constitution and voter registration information to all present.
This year’s Constitution Day will be celebrated Tuesday, September 17, 2024.
To view an interactive version of the U.S. Constitution, go to the National Constitution Center at https://constitutioncenter.org/.
For more information about voting, go to voter resources at https://www.eac.gov/.