Grade 7: Historians Reflect on DC Experiences
Seventh graders presented their unique representations of “sacred spaces and sacred places” this week based on reflections from the recent trip to Washington, DC. Students were asked to thoroughly research the history and background of an event, place or person that impacted them and present their learning in a personal way.
Seventh graders presented their unique representations of “sacred spaces and sacred places” this week based on reflections from the recent trip to Washington, DC. Students were asked to thoroughly research the history and background of an event, place or person that impacted them and present their learning in a personal way.
Maria Romo-Nichols, for example, shared the story of nine black men wrongly accused of a crime. She wrote, memorized and delivered a poem about the "Scottsboro Boys."
Julia Valentine was moved by the Klu Klux Klan display at the African American History and Culture Museum. She presented an art project and said, "I chose this topic because I believe in civil rights and equality for all."
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Maria Romo-Nichols, for example, shared the story of nine black men wrongly accused of a crime. She wrote, memorized and delivered a poem about the "Scottsboro Boys."
Julia Valentine was moved by the Klu Klux Klan display at the African American History and Culture Museum. She presented an art project and said, "I chose this topic because I believe in civil rights and equality for all."
To prepare, seventh graders learn about the assignment and review the trip itinerary before embarking on their journey to Washington, DC. During their visit, they are reminded to think about how their travels through the museums, memorials, battlefields and cemeteries is impacting them and record their thoughts in a journal. Back at home, they have two weeks to do research and complete the project, which is a joint assignment from their history and English teachers.
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