National Day of Remembrance, Orange Shirt Day

What

National Day of Remembrance, Orange Shirt Day

When

9/30/2026

September 30th is National Day of Remembrance, Orange Shirt Day, and it is a day to bring awareness of children who were affected by Indian Boarding Schools.

Please join us in honoring those affected by Indian boarding schools and wear ORANGE on Wednesday, September 30, 2026.

We invite you to explore the resources developed by the American Indian and Indigenous Education Program to learn more about Indian Boarding Schools in the United States, Canada, and California, and engage your school community in opportunities to raise awareness and learning.

National Day of Remembrance Resources