On Monday, April 22, 2024, Adrianne Todman, the Acting Secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), joined young attendees from the neighboring Children’s House daycare for a yearly planting event celebrating Earth Week.
Acting Secretary Todman expressed enthusiasm about maintaining the tradition, emphasizing its role in educating children about environmental stewardship from an early age. “Earth Day goes beyond celebration; it serves as a crucial reminder of our shared duty to care for and maintain our planet,” she stated. “As we observe Earth Day, let’s utilize our collective resolve to inspire significant and lasting environmental protection for generations ahead.”
For more information, read the original press release from: https://www.hud.gov/press/press_releases_media_advisories/HUD_No_24_084