South Carolina H 5211: STO Programs Day

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2025-2026 Bill 5211 Text of Previous Version (Feb. 19, 2026) - South Carolina Legislature Online 

South Carolina General Assembly
126th Session, 2025-2026

Bill 5211

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A house RESOLUTION

to honor Richland school district two for formally 
recognizing february 2026 as the centennial celebration of black history month AND 
TO commend the district for its century-long excellence in education.

Whereas, the history 
and contributions of African Americans in this country have been celebrated 
since February 1926. Begun as Negro History Week by noted historian Carter G. 
Woodson and the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History, the 
celebration was strategically set for the second week to coincide with the 
birthdays of Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass, both central figures to 
Black freedom; and

Whereas, the national theme 
for 2026, "A Century of Black History Commemorations" is a testament to 
Woodson's vision. Widely regarded as the father of Black history, Woodson saw 
the week as a far-reaching, organized, and sustained movement that would 
reshape how Black Americans viewed themselves and how they were viewed by the 
world; and

Whereas, the first 
celebration began February 7, 1926, and quickly gained popularity, encouraging 
schools and communities to participate in studying the African American 
experience. Through Woodson's leadership, Negro History Week evolved into a 
significant African American and American cultural institution, with annual 
themes and educational materials highlighting the profound contributions of 
people of African descent to history and modern culture; and

Whereas, in 1976, 
Gerald R. Ford became the first president of the United States to issue an 
official message recognizing Black History Month during the nation's bicentennial 
celebration. In 1986, the United States Congress enacted Public Law 99-244, 
officially designating the month of February as Black History Month; and

Whereas, each February, 
Black History Month is observed in schools throughout the nation, in cultural 
heritage sites, public spaces, workplaces, houses of worship, and homes across 
the United States and around the world; and

Whereas, in the 
Palmetto State, Richland School District Two proudly celebrates one hundred 
years of excellence in education, commemorating a century of learning, 
leadership, and legacy that has shaped generations of students and strengthened 
the community. For a century, the district has cultivated leaders, innovators, 
and changemakers whose impact extends far beyond the district's boundaries and 
into mainstream America; and

Whereas, Richland 
School District Two will host its Annual Black History Month Student Wax Museum 
and Honoree Recognition Program on Monday, February 23, 2026. The program will observe 
the centennial celebration of national Black history and the district's one-hundred-year 
legacy of educational excellence; and

Whereas, the members of 
the South Carolina House of Representatives commend Richland School District 
Two for its celebration of Black history and the district's centennial year 
celebrating and reaffirming its commitment to educational excellence, and cultural 
awareness of African Americans to the Palmetto State, the nation, and the 
world. Now, therefore,

Be it resolved by the House of Representatives:

That the members of the 
South Carolina House of Representatives, 
by this resolution, honor Richland School District Two for formally recognizing 
February 2026 as the centennial celebration of Black History Month and commend 
the district for its century-long excellence in education.

Be it further resolved 
that a copy of this resolution be presented to Richland School District Two.

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