Tuesday, Sept. 17 is Constitution Day and Citizenship Day. This day commemorates the anniversary of the signing of the U.S. Constitution on Sept. 17, 1787.

In accordance with federal requirements, every educational institution receiving federal funding must provide an educational program for students focused on the U.S. Constitution. KDE’s Constitution Day document features resources from a variety of organizations that may support educators in planning their instruction for Constitution Day.

For more information, visit KDE’s Social Studies Laws and Regulations page.