Middle-Level Education Month takes place each March, acknowledged by organizations such as the National Association of Secondary School Principals (N.A.S.S.P.), the Association for Middle-Level Education, the National Forum to Accelerate Middle-Grades Reform, and the National Association of Elementary Principals. This month aims to recognize the essential phase of young adolescents’ academic and psychological development. […]
Texas Independence Day on March 2 marks the day when the Texas Declaration of Independence was signed in 1836. This pivotal event saw the residents of Texas declare their independence from Mexico, forming the Republic of Texas, as over 59 delegates endorsed the declaration. The celebrations include activities like children’s events, historical re-enactments, live […]
National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month is recognized each year in March. This observance was previously known as Mental Retardation Awareness Month, but the name was changed to eliminate the negative implications associated with the term ‘retardation’. The initiative aims to highlight the various chronic conditions that can impede communication, mobility, and learning, while […]
Snowplow Mailbox Hockey Day is an annual celebration that takes place on January 23 in the United States. This quirky day serves as a way for communities to show their gratitude to the dedicated snow plowers who work tirelessly to clear our streets, roads, and sidewalks during the winter months. On this day, […]
Peasant Day, celebrated annually on March 2 in Myanmar, honors the tireless efforts and commitment of the nation’s peasants and farmers, recognizing their vital contributions to the country’s economic progress. Did you know Myanmar has been a republic for nearly 74 years? A significant portion of Myanmar’s population consists of farmers, making […]
Namesake Day is celebrated on the first Sunday of March each year, ushering in International Celebrate Your Name Week. Did you know that there are around five former presidents of the United States who share the same first and last names? This special day encourages individuals to delve into the origins of their names, […]
James Ronald Webster Day is celebrated every year on March 2, honoring the birth of James Ronald Webster, who is affectionately known as the Father of Anguilla. This special day recognizes the courage and integrity that Webster exhibited throughout his life and career. As the Father of Anguilla, he served as the island’s chief […]
Fast, easy, and delicious, frozen foods are a staple of life’s ever-increasing pace. Since first conceptualized in 1953 by C.A. Swanson & Sons, the frozen TV dinner has simplified the end of the day by offering a calming comfort after a chaotic day of activity. Celebrate National Frozen Food Month this March by taking […]
On the final Sunday before the beginning of Great Lent, known as Forgiveness Sunday, we gather to reflect on the importance of forgiveness. This year, mark your calendars for March 2. During this time, we engage with a liturgical book called the Triodion, which includes hymns and services that stretch from the Sunday […]
This carnival tradition known as Fastelavn is set to take place on March 2. While it has its roots in Denmark, Fastelavn is also celebrated in numerous Northern European nations such as Norway, Sweden, Iceland, Greenland, Finland, Estonia, and the Faroe Islands. In Sweden, it’s referred to as Fastlagen, whereas in Iceland, it […]