Commemorating the Constitution
Constitution Day commemorates the formation and signing of the U.S. Constitution by thirty-nine brave men on September 17,1787, recognizing all who are born in the U.S. or by naturalization, have become citizens.
Becoming a federal holiday in 2004, on Constitution Day we celebrate the U.S. Constitution, which is a vital component of the heritage of the United States, showcasing the success of a country of free people whose liberties and rights are protected by a Constitution.
In celebration of our country's Constitution, the U.S. Department of Education has designated September 17 as Constitution Day. The day is intended to prompt any federally funded educational institution to conduct an event of their own design that celebrates the signing of the U.S. constitution which occurred in 1787. Events or programming can be designed as educators see fit to best emphasize this momentous event with their students.
Intended to be a fun and challenging experience, the Constitution and the Law - Student Contest offers an opportunity for South Carolina students in eleventh and twelfth grades, and their respective schools, to participate in the Constitution and the Law Student Contest and potentially earn a reward in recognition of their efforts.
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