Calendar

January 2009

19 January
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
A day marking the life of this celebrated Civil Rights campaigner.

23 January
Appetite for Action Challenge Day
Helping children understand the relationship between their environment and the food that they eat.

27 January
Holocaust Memorial Day
This day highlights the importance of remembering the events of the Holocaust and placing them in both their specific and wider cultural contexts.

 

February 2009

6 February
UNICEF Day for Change
A day when schools are encouraged to do something different to normal. To find out more visit the UNICEF website.

21 February
International Mother Language Day
Raising awareness of linguistic and cultural diversity.

23 February-9 March 2008
Fairtrade Fortnight
Two weeks in which the principles and products of fair trade are promoted and the links between consumers and producers are highlighted. Learn more here.

 

March 2009

5th March
World Book Day
Celebrate reading and books!

6-15 March
National Science and Engineering week
Following the United Nations year of tolerance in 1995, each November 16th has been given over to respect, dialogue, cooperation and tolerance.

8 March
International Women's Day
Eliminate discrimination against women! See here for more information.

21 March
International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination
A day remembering those who have lost their lives fighting racial discrimination.

22 March
World Water Day
A day highlighting the importance of water in our lives. A chance to reflect on our use of water, the role of water in different communities and the impact of water security issues. Check out Our World of Water.