Officially signed in to law as a federal holiday in 2021, Juneteenth has roots as far back as post-civil war emancipation. Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery in the United States and represents the long and ongoing struggle for freedom and equality.

We acknowledge that our nation's education system has often failed to teach the full history of Juneteenth and the experiences of Black Americans. We commit to continuing our work to promote equitable education and to uplift the voices and experiences of Black students and educators.
This year, we ask that you please take the time to explore the following resources and reflect on how we must continue to learn, grow, and take action in honor of Juneteenth.