Students,

October 9th is Indigenous People's Day. Here is the White House Proclamation for Indigenous Peoples' Day. Read the Proclamation and review the video below.

On Indigenous Peoples’ Day, we honor the perseverance and courage of Indigenous peoples, show our gratitude for the myriad contributions they have made to our world, and renew our commitment to respect Tribal sovereignty and self-determination.

The story of America’s Indigenous peoples is a story of their resilience and survival; of their persistent commitment to their right to self-governance; and of their determination to preserve cultures, identities, and ways of life. Long before European explorers sailed to this continent, Native American and Alaska Native Nations made this land their home, some for thousands of years before the United States was founded. They built many Nations that created powerful, prosperous, and diverse cultures, and they developed knowledge and practices that still benefit us today.

Click here to read more information.

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In addition, here is a video link to provide an understanding of this significant day. Refresh your browser if there is difficulty accessing the video.

Can Americans celebrate Columbus Day and Indigenous People’s Day? - YouTube (youtube-nocookie.com)