In 1957, nine black teenagers faced the threats of angry mobs when they attempted to enter Central High School in Little Rock, Arkansas. The desegregation of Central High School ignited a crisis historian Taylor Branch describes as “the most severe test of the Constitution since the Civil War.” We will examine this key moment in U.S. history and learn new ways to engage students in the issues raised by the American civil rights movement and their implications today.
Facing History and Ourselves’ professional learning, resources, and inquiry approach help teachers consider how to address the requirements of the Illinois Teaching Inclusive History Instructional Mandates. Our content supports teachers to create classrooms where students engage in deep exploration of primary sources, teach history as a dynamic collection of many voices and to consider connections between history to today.
Who should take the course? 6th–12th grade US history, civics, humanities, and English/Language Arts teachers and curriculum specialists; Chicago Public Schools 8th grade social studies and humanities teachers (Skyline unit)
ISBE credits will be offered
Breakfast and lunch will be provided, vegetarian options will be included.
This workshop will be held two days, January 30-31, in-person at the Erikson Institute.
Address: 451 N LaSalle St, Chicago, IL 6065