National Women’s Day is celebrated on March 8. It’s a day to recognize women’s accomplishments and a reminder of the progress made over the years. It originated in the early 20th century during the women’s rights movement. People celebrate worldwide for women in history like Alice Paul and Lucy Burns, who spent time in prison for women’s suffrage, or for role models like mothers or grandmas who helped them get to where they are today.

“I think the importance of national women’s day is to recognize that women are just as important as men,” English teacher Jennifer Hadley said.

Over the years, women have made it a key point for their hard work to be seen and not overlooked because of their gender. They want their contributions and success to be seen and appreciated. 

“Important women that come to my mind would be my mom and women in sports,” junior Lorena Mishler.

Celebrating National Women’s Day is about every female. Many people see this celebration only for women like Rosa Parks, but the real meaning is to recognize and appreciate every small thing women have done.

“You get to learn about the importance of women’s history and people like Rosa Parks who recognized that things needed to change,” junior Tre Wallace said.

On March 8, many people get to learn about women’s history and get to be thankful for all the women role models who made a change.