What is National Parents' Day?
National Parents’ Day honors all parents on the fourth Sunday in July. No matter where our parents may be, this day serves to celebrate their important role in our lives.
In May we celebrated mothers, and in June we celebrated fathers. It follows that in July we can bring all our parents together and show them some appreciation all at once.
Parents play a vital role in the lives of children. From our birth, parents protect, teach, provide, and serve as role models. As part of a family, we look to them for guidance. We mirror their behavior and learn to be a core part of our communities.
Throughout our lives, our parents lead us to be independent thinking individuals. As many of us know, those efforts can be challenging. The world is changing as quickly as they grow. Often the sleepless nights and worry seem endless. On this particular Sunday, we honor all parents who do everything to raise and protect their children.
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How to Observe #NationalParentsDay
- Spend some time with your parents or visit someone who was like a parent to you.
- For those with small children, give yourself a pat on the back. Set the laundry aside and go to the park.
- Find a moment alone with each of your children and show them how glad you are to be their parent.
- Post on social media using #NationalParentsDay and encourage others to celebrate the day.
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National Parents' Day Timeline
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February 17, 1897 - PTA Formed The National Parent Teacher Association is originally formed as the National Congress of Mothers in Washington, D.C.
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1987 - “Parenting” Magazine Debuts It's circulation reaches more than 2.2 million before its final issue is released in 2013.
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August 5, 1994 - National Parents’ Day Resolution Introduced The U.S. House of Representatives introduces a resolution establishing the fourth Sunday in July as National Parents’ Day.
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October 4, 1994 - Resolution Passes The House and Senate both sign the Parents’ Day resolution.
- October 4, 1994 - National Parents’ Day is Official President Bill Clinton signs the resolution and National Parents’ Day is born.
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**Effective as of 11:59pm on Saturday, July 17, 2021**
In accordance with Los Angeles County Department of Public Health, masks are required to be worn by all persons, regardless of vaccination status, while in all indoor public settings and businesses.
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