Charting a course through the pages of civil rights history, South Allegheny students recently gathered in a powerful assembly that transcended generations. Led by the dynamic Laura Thompson, CWB Master Teacher, the entire Middle and High School came together to immerse themselves in the profound lessons of civil rights history, paving the way for a collective journey towards justice, understanding, and unity, just in time for MLK Day. READ ABOUT IT HERE
Empowering Tomorrow: South Allegheny Students Unveil Civil Rights History in MLK Day Assembly with Laura Thompson, CWB Alumni and Teacher Extrodonaire
Monday, January 15, 2024
Posted in: America
Subject Area: Black Freedom Movement, Call for Action, Civil Rights, Holidays, Innovative Teaching Strategies, Peace Building, Racial Justice, Resiliency, Social Justice, Upstander
Subject Area: Black Freedom Movement, Call for Action, Civil Rights, Holidays, Innovative Teaching Strategies, Peace Building, Racial Justice, Resiliency, Social Justice, Upstander
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