Tennessee HB1857 mandates specialized Fourth of July instruction for students in grades K-12.

Tennessee HB1857 requires local education agencies and public charter schools to annually designate one instructional day to observe the Fourth of July. This day must include age- and grade-appropriate instruction on the founding of the United States. For grades K-5, the focus is on foundational concepts of American independence. For grades 6-8, the instruction emphasizes historical context and civic principles. For grades 9-12, the instruction involves analyzing foundational texts and themes. The instruction must be nonpartisan and aligned with state academic standards.

Tennessee HB1857 mandates specialized Fourth of July instruction for students in grades K-12.

Tennessee HB1857 requires local education agencies and public charter schools to annually designate one instructional day to observe the Fourth of July. This day must include age- and grade-appropriate instruction on the founding of the United States. For grades K-5, the focus is on foundational concepts of American independence. For grades 6-8, the instruction emphasizes historical context and civic principles. For grades 9-12, the instruction involves analyzing foundational texts and themes. The instruction must be nonpartisan and aligned with state academic standards.