School commemorative dates 2024 (what to learn about them)

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Commemorative dates give us the opportunity to learn many different things.

Through them we can understand historical facts, raise awareness and reflect on cultural, social and health issues, among many others.

January

Day from the Reader, January 7th

Reader's Day aims to encourage reading, a habit that should be instilled in people from childhood. Reading brings several benefits, including increasing vocabulary, expanding cultural knowledge, and improving reasoning.

World Day of Non-Violence and Culture of Peace, January 30

World Day of Non-Violence and Culture of Peace commemorates the date of the assassination of Gandhi (1869-1948), known as “Mahatma”, which means “The great soul”.

Founded in independent India, Gandhi was a great pacifist leader, whose principle was non-violence.

Thus, this commemorative date aims to instill in humanity respect for people, among other feelings that provide an environment of peace.

February

O Textbook Day is celebrated on February 27th. In addition to this day, the school can also celebrate:

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Carnival, February 13th (moveable date and optional point)

Carnival Tuesday, in 2024, is celebrated on February 13th, and is optional. In addition to Carnival Tuesday, Monday is also an optional day. In the state of Rio de Janeiro, however, Carnival is a public holiday.

Carnival is one of the biggest popular festivals in Brazil. Its origins date back to Antiquity, when changes in social roles, for example, evolved into the game of dressing up and assuming a character during Carnival.

Saint Valentine's Day, February 14th

Saint Valentine's Day commemorates the date of the death of Saint Valentine, a bishop who was killed by order of Emperor Claudius II.

The emperor had forbidden soldiers to marry, but disobeying his orders, Saint Valentine celebrated weddings secretly. For this reason, several countries around the world celebrate the date as Valentine's Day.

March

O School Day It is celebrated on March 15th. In addition to this day, the school can also celebrate:

International Women's Day, March 8

International Women's Day is a date with historical roots, full of social values.

On March 8, 1917, around 90,000 women workers demonstrated in Russia against poor working conditions. work to which women were subjected, and also against hunger, Tsar Nicholas II, and Russia's involvement in war.

Since then, this day has come to represent a movement to raise awareness about the achievement of women's rights, and to raise discussions about gender equality.

March 8 was made official as International Women's Day by the UN (United Nations) in 1975.

Early Autumn, March 20th (moveable date)

In 2024, the beginning of autumn, or autumnal equinox, will take place on March 20th. It is the season that comes after summer and before winter. Traditionally, it has a mild climate and a tendency to sudden changes in temperature. During this season, it is common for leaves and fruits of certain botanical species to fall.

During an equinox, the hours of a day are divided equally: 12 hours of day and 12 hours of night. This occurs due to the tilt of the Earth's axis in relation to the incidence of sunlight.

The beginning of autumn happens every year between March 20th and 21st.

Easter, March 31st (moveable date)

In 2024, Easter Sunday is celebrated on March 31st.

Easter celebrates the resurrection of Jesus for Christians. Its origin is Jewish, as it was instituted by the Jews after their people were freed from slavery.

With Easter Sunday, Holy Week ends, in which the church remembers the events that preceded the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

April

In April, there are important dates to celebrate at school:

National Day to Combat Bullying and violence at school, April 7th
National Family at School Day, April 24th
Education Day, April 28

In addition to these dates, the school can also celebrate:

Indigenous Peoples Day, April 19

Indigenous Peoples' Day aims to honor the roots of the Brazilian people, and mainly, to preserve indigenous cultural heritage, highlighting its importance.

The indigenous contribution to the formation of Brazilian culture is quite broad, reflected in cuisine, language and various aspects of folklore.

Tiradentes Day, April 21st (national holiday)

Tiradentes Day is a tribute to the national hero Joaquim José da Silva Xavier, known as Tiradentes, who was executed on April 21, 1792.

Tiradentes was part of the movement that sought the freedom of Minas Gerias from Portugal and which, among other movements, was important for Brazil's independence.

May

Labor Day, May 1st (national holiday)

Labor Day, or Labor Day, remembers the struggle of workers. This struggle began in 1886, in Chicago, and aimed to reduce the working day (from 13 to 8 hours a day).

In 1919, France was the first country to proclaim May 1st as a holiday dedicated to workers, followed by other countries. In Brazil, the date was recognized in 1925.

Mother's Day, May 12th (2nd Sunday in May)

The celebration of Mother's Day has its origins in Ancient Greece, when a festival was celebrated in honor of Rhea, the mother of the gods.

In Brazil, the first celebration of mothers took place on May 12, 1918, at the initiative of the Young Men's Christian Association of Porto Alegre. Its officialization, however, dates back to 1932 by then president Getúlio Vargas.

June

Beginning of Winter, June 20th (moveable date)

In 2024, the beginning of winter, or winter solstice, takes place on June 20th. The coldest season of the year, which brings longer nights, ends on September 22nd.

The dates on which the seasons change occur provide different activities, depending on the ages. From an early age, however, it is important that they are an opportunity to introduce astronomical concepts.

Saint John's Day, June 24th

Saint John's Day commemorates the festive saint of the June festivities, initially known as "Johannian festivities".

The origin of the June festival is pagan, that is, it is contrary to Christian doctrine, because the festivals that gave rise to the June festivals They paid homage to the gods of nature and fertility and asked for abundant harvests, as it was at that time that the harvest period began. of cereals.

As the church was unable to put an end to the popularity of this festival - which emerged hundreds of years ago -, it joined it and gave it a religious character.

The June festivals are widely celebrated in our country. Various traditions are part of the festivities held throughout Brazil, from cooking, dancing and games.

July

Forest Protection Day or Curupira Day, July 17th

Forest Protection Day aims to raise awareness among the population about the importance of forests and, therefore, the need to preserve them.

The date is also known as Curupira Day because Curupira is the protector of forests, according to Brazilian popular culture.

International Friendship Day, July 30th

International Friendship Day is a date dedicated to one of the most important relationships for coexistence between people.

Celebrated by the United Nations since 2011, the date aims to promote harmony and solidarity between people, which characterizes an initiative for a peaceful world.

Friendship can motivate initiatives for peace, which is so urgent for stability throughout the world.

August

In August, the school celebrates:

Student Day, August 11th
School Supervisor's Day, August 22

In addition to these dates, the school can also celebrate:

Father's Day, August 11th (2nd Sunday in August)

Initially, Father's Day was celebrated on August 16, because that is the day of Saint Joachim - Jesus' grandfather.

The change in date was probably motivated by the aim of promoting interaction between parents and children, which would be easier to provide on a Sunday.

Folklore Day, August 22

Folklore Day is a celebration that focuses on the most varied cultural manifestations of our country, including dances, parties, popular literature and food.

The date chosen for the commemoration recalls the first time the word folk-lore began to be used, which happened in 1846.

September

Brazilian Independence Day, September 7th (national holiday)

September 7th recalls the historic date in 1822, when D. Pedro ordered the Portuguese soldiers to get rid of the symbols of Portugal they wore on their uniforms.

He then uttered the famous phrase: “Independence or death!”, alluding to the fact that it would be better to die than to remain dependent on Portugal.

Despite symbolic freedom, Portugal only recognized Brazil's freedom in 1825, after receiving compensation.

Early Spring, September 22nd (moveable date)

In 2024, the beginning of spring, or spring equinox, takes place on September 22nd. Spring is the season that comes after winter and before summer.

Traditionally, it has a mild and humid temperature, and this is when flowers tend to bloom. However, these characteristics cannot always be observed throughout the Brazilian territory due to the undefined seasons and the predominance of a hot climate in practically all regions.

October

In October, there are important dates to celebrate at school:

National School Safety and Health Day, October 10
Teacher's Day, October 15th
National School Food Day, October 21st
School Lunch Day, October 30th

In addition to these dates, the school can also celebrate:

Halloween, October 31st

Halloween is a very strong tradition in the United States, which was brought to Brazil.

Originally, the party celebrated the end of summer in the northern hemisphere (remembering that Brazil is located in the southern hemisphere). People believed that spirits roamed the world of the living on the last day of summer and to defend themselves, they wore costumes.

Over the years, the celebration was modified, until it became a party that is very popular among children and adults alike.

Saci Day, October 31st

Saci Day aims to encourage the celebration of one of Brazil's best-known folklore characters.

The choice of date is an attempt to encourage people to value saci more. This is because saci is an element belonging to Brazilian culture, while Halloween It's typical of American culture.

November

In November, the school celebrates:

School Principal's Day, November 12th
International Students' Day, November 17th

In addition to these dates, the school can also celebrate:

Proclamation of the Republic, November 15th (national holiday)

Republic Proclamation Day commemorates the date on which the monarchical regime was replaced by the republican regime in Brazil, in 1889.

After several crises in the monarchy, a group of military men, who wanted regime change, met to depose Dom Pedro II and establish the republic in the country.

National Black Awareness Day, November 20th

Black Consciousness Day is a tribute to Zumbi dos Palmares, as it remembers the day this leader who fought for the lives of enslaved people was murdered.

The date represents the struggle of black people throughout history, as well as aiming to value black culture, by recognizing its importance in the construction of our society.

December

Beginning of Summer, December 21st (moveable date)

In 2024, summer begins on December 21st and ends on March 20th, 2025. The rise in temperature, in line with school holidays, provides moments of relaxation outdoors.

When returning to school, it may still be possible to remember the summer solstice - the event that marks the beginning of summer - and thus take the opportunity to introduce students to some astronomical concepts basic.

Christmas, December 25th (national holiday)

For many, Christmas is the most anticipated celebration of the year. Despite being a Christian celebration, its dissemination went beyond the religious scope.

At its origin is the church's attempt to convert people to religion. This is because the date chosen to celebrate the birth of Jesus - the exact date on which Jesus was born is unknown - coincides with the pagan celebration of the Festival of the Unconquered Sun.

The festival brings many traditions, such as setting up the tree and supper, all with a curious origin. Santa Claus, for example, came from a Turkish bishop, Saint Nicholas, who left coins in the homes of people in need.

See what to learn about more dates in each of the months:

January commemorative dates
February commemorative dates
March commemorative dates
April commemorative dates
May commemorative dates
June commemorative dates
July commemorative dates
August commemorative dates
September commemorative dates
October commemorative dates
November commemorative dates
December commemorative dates

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