Special Curriculum Connected Events Recommended by Texas Legislature
| Date | Recognition | Resources |
| January 2024 |
Human Trafficking Prevention Month
Gov't Code 622.107
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Human Trafficking Prevention Month may be regularly observed through appropriate activities in public schools and other places to increase awareness and prevention of human trafficking. |
| January 6, 2024 |
Sam Rayburn Day**
Gov't Code: 662.041
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Sam Rayburn day shall be regularly observed by appropriate programs in the public schools to commemorate the birthday of Sam Rayburn. |
| January 9, 2024 |
Law Enforcement Appreciation Day
Gov't Code: 662.067
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Law Enforcement Appreciation Day may be regularly observed in public schools and other places through appropriate activities. |
| January 22-26, 2024 |
Holocaust Remembrance Week**
Education Code 29.9072
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| February 2, 2024 |
Texas Military Heroes Day**
Education Code 29.9071
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Texas Military Heroes Day shall include appropriate instruction, as determined by each district. Instruction may include:
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| February 19, 2024 |
State of Texas Anniversary** Remembrance Day (STAR Day)
Gov't Code: 662.062
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STAR Day shall be regularly observed by appropriate and patriotic programs in the public schools to properly commemorate the annexation of this state and to inspire a greater appreciation for the history of this state. |
| February 19, 2024 |
Iwo Jima Day
Gov't Code: 662.062
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Iwo Jima Day may be regularly observed through appropriate activities in public schools and other places. |
*Red indicates a Mandatory Recognition Date per EHBK(LEGAL)
Additional Holidays and Recognitions
(Not specified in Policy EHBK Legal)
| Date | Recognition | Resources |
| January 15, 2024 |
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Education Code 662.003
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| February 2024 |
Black History Month
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Texas Education Agency Information |
| February 19, 2024 |
President's Day
Education Code 662.003
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*Green indicates a Federal Holiday per Education Code 662.003