PROCLAMATION NO. 186

: The original period for National Language Week was from March 29 to April 4 as declared by Proclamation No. 12 dated March 26, 1954.
: The change was necessary because the original period was outside the school year, which precluded the participation of schools in its celebration.
: The new period for the celebration of National Language Week is from August 13 to 19 of every year.
: Proclamation No. 186 amends Proclamation No. 12 dated March 26, 1954.
: Proclamation No. 186 was signed on September 23, 1955.
: Mariano Yenko, Jr., the Assistant Executive Secretary, assisted in signing the proclamation.
: The broader legal purpose of National Language Week is to promote the use and development of the national language within the Philippines, ensuring participation from communities including schools.