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Frost Middle School Students Broaden Knowledge Of Black History

Seventh graders in social studies teacher Maureen Vecchia's class analyzed quotes from inspirational and influential African Americans.

As part of a Black History Month lesson by social studies teacher Maureen Vecchia, seventh graders at Deer Park’s Robert Frost Middle School engaged in meaningful classroom discussion about Black leaders.
As part of a Black History Month lesson by social studies teacher Maureen Vecchia, seventh graders at Deer Park’s Robert Frost Middle School engaged in meaningful classroom discussion about Black leaders. (Deer Park School District)

Press release from Deer Park School District:

Feb. 22, 2021

As part of a Black History Month lesson by social studies teacher Maureen Vecchia, seventh graders at Deer Park’s Robert Frost Middle School analyzed quotes from inspirational and influential African Americans and engaged in meaningful classroom discussion.

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“The purpose of the History Makers lesson was to provide students with a cultural appreciation of inspiring and influential African Americans and to broaden their knowledge of Black history,” Vecchia said.


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