During a regular board meeting for the Alamo Colleges District Board of Trustees on July 25, members decided to recognize César Chavez Day as an official holiday in the Alamo Colleges District.
“This landmark initiative celebrates the life and legacy of one of the most influential leaders in American history and pays tribute to his tireless efforts in championing the rights and dignity of farmworkers,”Chancellor of the Alamo Colleges District Dr. Mike Flore, applauded the board’s decision to observe César Chavez Day and said it will bring the community together to remember such an icon.
“By declaring César Chavez Day as a holiday, we celebrate the enduring spirit of a visionary leader who fought against adversity to uplift the marginalized and vulnerable. Let this day be a unifying force in our community, motivating us in our pursuit to transform lives and end generational poverty through education,” Flores said.
The City of San Antonio and other organizations across the nation have already recognized the significance of César Chavez Day.
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