America's 250th Birthday Is Causing Headaches for CA Teachers

America's 250th birthday is causing headaches for CA teachers

Posters on the wall in the classroom of government and economics teacher, Judy Smith, at San Lorenzo High School in San Lorenzo on Dec. 3, 2024. Photo by Florence Middleton for CalMatters I’m CalMatters reporter Marisa Kendall, and I’m filling in for Lynn today. America is turning 250 this year. For California students, this milestone 4th of July will be about more than fireworks and backyard BBQs: It will be a time to learn something about how…

Capitol celebration marks Declaration of Independence, America’s 250th birthday

By Annika Hauer