“Teaching might even be the greatest of the arts since the medium is the human mind and spirit.” –John Steinbeck The first week in May is our opportunity to celebrate those special individuals who devote their lives to education. DEPCO celebrated Teacher Appreciation Week by chatting with Morgan Forbach. Morgan is a middle school teacherContinue reading “Interview With a Teacher”
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National Rebuilding Day
“The measure of a society is found in how they treat their weakest and most helpless citizens.” –Jimmy Carter This Saturday, April 30th, is National Rebuilding Day. This holiday is intended to inspire us to improve our communities through dedicated service. The day was inspired by the group Rebuilding Together. Rebuilding Together is a Non-ProfitContinue reading “National Rebuilding Day”
National Hug a Plumber Day
“Plumbing – that little thing between the Middle Ages and Modernity.” –unknown Plumbing is an essential part of our daily routine. We often don’t think about how dependent we are on it until something breaks! When a toilet doesn’t flush, or water doesn’t come out of our sink, the rhythm of our day is veryContinue reading “National Hug a Plumber Day”
Shakespeare Day
“All the world’s a stage…” -William Shakespeare No matter who you are, chances are pretty high you have come across The Bard of Avon’s work in one way or another. Whether it was assigned reading in school, a play you happened to see, or a movie based on his work, Shakespeare has a way ofContinue reading “Shakespeare Day”
National Look Alike Day
“There’s not a word yet for old friends who’ve just met.” -Jim Henson Whether it’s an online celebrity test, or actually running into a person you resemble, we as a society are fascinated with doppelgängers. Looking similar to someone we have no relation to is wild! Celebrated annually on April 20th, National Look Alike DayContinue reading “National Look Alike Day”
National Gardening Day
“In the spring, at the end of the day, you should smell like dirt.” -Margaret Atwood It’s that time of year where the weather is starting to permit more outdoor activities. Gardening is an excellent way to connect to nature and create! Back in 2018, April 14th was made National Gardening Day. It is aContinue reading “National Gardening Day”
International Be Kind To Lawyers Day
“In recognizing the humanity of our fellow beings, we pay ourselves the highest tribute.” -Thurgood Marshall Lawyers sometimes get a bad reputation. Having to navigate through complicated legal situations as a job doesn’t always result in high praise from the public. Lawyer jokes are often used to poke fun at the profession. Despite many badContinue reading “International Be Kind To Lawyers Day”
National Zoo Lovers Day
“People forget the good that zoos do. If it weren’t for zoos, we would have so many species that would be extinct today.” -Betty White April 8th is a day to celebrate our love for zoo animals! While there are some controversies about zoos, the overall effect on wildlife has been a positive one. TodayContinue reading “National Zoo Lovers Day”
National Robotics Week
“Robotics and other combinations will make the world pretty fantastic compared with today.” – Bill Gates Let’s celebrate how far technology has come! National Robotics Week is recognized every year for 9 days, beginning on the second Saturday in April. This year, it falls on April 2nd to April 10th. It’s a special week forContinue reading “National Robotics Week”
April Fools’ Day
“To say I’m an overrated troll, when you have never even seen me guard a bridge, is patently unfair.” -Tina Fey Happy April Fools’ Day from DEPCO! Today is the day for elaborate pranks, confusing fibs, and lots of laughter. We hope that any pranks you may be a part of will be good-humored andContinue reading “April Fools’ Day”