Past projects 2
"Marching" into a More Equitable Future
Funded Nov 2, 2021I am an African American English teacher who's been teaching English in So. OC for 26 years, and I can honestly say the March Book One Unit was one that students will remember for some years to come. Congressman Lewis's bravery...the love and respect that he had for human beings (but, especially the Black community)...his determination...his grit spawned enlightening classroom conversations among my majority-white students. These conversations led to a better understanding of the history of Civil Rights in the United States and how it impacts us today.
The March opened doors of communication that allowed my Latinx students to express their concerns and frustrations to their peers. It was also a delight to see students, who normally dislike reading, the opportunity to enjoy the graphic novel format. of the most impactful allowing us to create a solid foundation for the longer novel we are reading about civil rights and the African American community.
I am so very grateful for the support that was shown to my students and our class. Thanks to all of our donors and Donors Choose for the opportunity to make a lasting impression on our students.”
With gratitude,
Ms. Callier
Bring "The March" to English 2 (Part 1 of 2)
Funded Sep 28, 2021I am an African American English teacher who's been teaching English in So. OC for 26 years, and I can honestly say the March Book One Unit was one that students will remember for some years to come. Congressman Lewis's bravery...the love and respect that he had for human beings (but, especially the Black community)...his determination...his grit spawned enlightening classroom conversations among my majority-white students. These conversations led to a better understanding of the history of Civil Rights in the United States and how it impacts us today.
The March opened doors of communication that allowed my Latinx students to express their concerns and frustrations to their peers. It was also a delight to see students, who normally dislike reading, the opportunity to enjoy the graphic novel format. of the most impactful allowing us to create a solid foundation for the longer novel we are reading about civil rights and the African American community.
I am so very grateful for the support that was shown to my students and our class. Thanks to all of our donors and Donors Choose for the opportunity to make a lasting impression on our students.”
With gratitude,
Ms. Callier
This classroom project was brought to life by The Allstate Foundation and 3 other donors.