Dear Families,
This week our class learned about Juneteenth, the day in 1865 when the last enslaved people in Texas learned they were free. Here's what we talked about and how you can keep the conversation going at home.
What we learned about Juneteenth
Juneteenth marks June 19, 1865, when Union troops arrived in Galveston, Texas, and announced that all enslaved people were free, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation. We talked about why the day is also called Freedom Day and why it became a federal holiday in 2021.
- Ask your student to explain what Freedom Day means in their own words
- Look up a Juneteenth event happening in your community this year
- Read a picture book about Juneteenth together
Friday, June 19 · 9:00 AM · Gymnasium
Juneteenth Assembly
Will your family join us for the Juneteenth Assembly?
This is a meaningful day for many families in our school community. Thank you for helping your student understand why we celebrate it.
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