Eden Elementary School

Memorial Day originated in the years following the Civil War, initially known as Decoration Day, as a way to honor and decorate the graves of fallen soldiers. The holiday gradually expanded to include all U.S. military personnel who have died in service, regardless of the conflict. Today, Memorial Day is a time of remembrance, reflection, and honoring the sacrifices of those who have served. Join us as we pause to remember and thank the men and women who have served this great nation. Their sacrifice is the reason we enjoy the freedoms and opportunities we hold dear. To the heroes who never came home - we honor their memory. To the families who have lost loved ones - we stand with you in gratitude and reverence. In 2000, Congress passed and the president signed into law "The National Moment of Remembrance Act which encourages all Americans to pause wherever they are at 3:00 pm local time on Memorial Day to remember and honor those who died in service to our nation.