Board to consider resolution designating an instructional observance of July 4

Summary

The board was presented with a resolution to establish an annual, age‑appropriate July 4 instructional observance aligned with grade‑level curriculum and Constitution Week; the director or designee would oversee implementation. The resolution was presented for consideration at Thursday’s meeting.

The Rutherford County Board of Education received a proposed resolution to establish an annual instructional observance of July 4, intended to teach the historical context of American independence, the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution in an age‑appropriate way during the academic year.

Legal/board staff read the resolution and said the director of schools or a designee would be responsible for implementation and oversight. The text indicates the observance would require designating one instructional day each year and aligning instruction with grade‑level curriculum; staff said they expect no material cost because existing materials could be used.

Board members discussed aligning the observance with Constitution Week in September so the curriculum can be scheduled during the school year. The resolution was introduced for consideration at the board meeting on Thursday; no vote was taken in the work session.

The board did not adopt the resolution at the work session; staff will bring the item back for consideration and implementation planning at the scheduled meeting.