Wednesday, November 23, 2011

American Education Week


by Kendra Schooley

11/22/2011

American Education Week was observed at Neoga High School during the third week of November. Throughout the week, inspirational quotes were announced in the morning, and various activities were held throughout the week to celebrate American Education Week. On Tuesday, teachers were encouraged to wear collegiate apparel, in order to stress the importance of attaining a higher education. Also, a red, white, and blue day was observed to stress the patriotic aspects of the school environment. This event was first observed in 1921, and was created in order to highlight the importance of public education in this country. Teachers, as well as students, are celebrated during this week as both are integral elements of any school. Although it is sometimes easy to take school for granted, this week reminds all Americans that education is the foundation of this nation.