Okaloosa County School District Celebrating Inspirational Individuals Black History Month Activities 1. 2021 Black History Month Theme “Celebrating Inspirational Individuals” Each winner will receive a trophy and a monetary gift. Please see flyer for details. Art Contest—Grades K-3; Grades 4-5; Grades 6-8; Grades 9-12 Essay Contest—Grades K-3; Grades 4-5; Grades 6-8; Grades 9-12 Submit your student application and submission to [email protected] No later than Friday, March 5th, 2021 by 5:00pm 2. Pause for the Cause “Pause for the Cause” highlights the important impact and achievements of African Americans and their contributions throughout history. We encourage schools to help students explore Black History Month daily facts and videos that can be shared during intercom announcements, morning/afternoon shows, school websites, in addition to implementing black history classroom activities, etc. Please see attached information. 3. Black History Month Door Decorating Contest for OCSD Faculty & Staff Prizes will be awarded! Please see flyer for details. Each decorated door provides a unique, creative and fun way for staff and students to celebrate black history and/or culture in a positive and meaningful way. Submit your staff application and submission to [email protected] No later than Friday, March 5th, 2021 by 5:00pm 4. Resources—Explore! The National Archives is a place where people can go to gather firsthand facts, data, and evidence from a variety of primary sources such as letters, reports, notes, memos, and photographs. To view these re- sources, visit https://www.docsteach.org/topics/rights Continued... Black History Month Activities Resources Continued… Florida Memory is the home of the State Archives of Florida. This resource houses photographs, videos, and audio clips and offers collections of valuable documents that enhance the teaching of Florida history. This wonderful resource can be accessed at https://www.floridamemory.com/ learn/classroom/history-months/ The Commissioner of Education’s African American History Task Force works to ensure aware- ness of the requirements and assists in implementing the teaching of the history of African Amer- icans and their contributions to society. Their website provides videos and other resources. www.afroamfl.org National Museum of African American History and Culture: The National Museum of African American History and Culture is the only national museum devoted exclusively to the documen- tation of African American life, history, and culture. To view these resources, visit https:// learninglab.si.edu/org/nmaahc Scholastic Black History Books and Resources—To view these resources, visit https:// www.scholastic.com/teachers/articles/teaching-content/black-history-books-and-resources/ Celebrate Black History with kids of all ages by reading these stories of African-Americans over- coming adversity and making their multicultural mark on the world. To view these resources, visit https://www.familyeducation.com/fun/black-history-month/top-15-childrens-books- black-history-month *If you have issues opening any links provided, please copy the link and paste it in your web browser. Celebrating Inspirational Individuals Superintendent Marcus Chambers invite Okaloosa County School District’s K-12 students to participate in the 2021 Black History Month art and essay contests. This year’s theme will be “Celebrating Inspirational Indi- viduals” to recognize and pay tribute to African American individuals who have played inspirational roles in the lives of others. Art and Essay Topic: Celebrating Inspirational Individuals - In 500 words or less: Address how an African- American has been an inspiration in your life and discuss the contributions of how this individual has served to inspire and motivate you. About the OCSD Student Contests Art Contest for Grades K-12 – The Black History Month art contest is open to all students in grades K-12. Each student will submit original, two-dimensional artwork based on this year’s theme. One elementary student grades K-3, one elementary student grades 4-5, one middle school student, and one high school winner will be selected. Prizes: Elementary - K-3 (Trophy & $25 prize) & 4-5 (Trophy & $25 prize), Middle School (Trophy & $50 prize) & High School (Trophy & $100 prize) Essay Contest for Grades K-12 – The Black History Month essay contest is open to all students in grades K-12. One elementary student grades K-3, one elementary student grades 4-5, one middle school student, and one high school winner will be selected. Prizes: Elementary - K-3 (Trophy & $25 prize) & 4-5 (Trophy & $25 prize), Middle School (Trophy & $50 prize) & High School (Trophy & $100 prize) Art Contest Submission Guidelines: Each OCSD student will submit a picture of their artwork and your student application by— Friday, March 5, 2021 by 5:00pm to [email protected] Essay Contest Submission Guidelines: Each OCSD student will submit their essay and your student application by Friday, March 5, 2021 by 5:00pm to [email protected] Pause for the Cause—Elementary Videos, Lessons & Activities https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=glZpu0xMSuM: Video: Black Scientists and Inventors (Animated); 10:47min https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dv7YhVKFqbQ : Video: The breathtaking courage of Harriet Tubman (animated); 4:48 min https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4xXZhXTFWnE : Video: The story of Martin Luther King, Jr. by Kid President; 3:27 min https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WKEGou1zPII : Video: The Montgomery Bus Boycott for kids (Animated); 5:12 min https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kNw8V_Fkw28 : Video: Hair Love; Celebrate black culture; 6:48 min https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MWhSlX66fSw : Video: The Ghanaian Goldilocks; Cele- brate black culture; 17:43 min https://edsitement.neh.gov/lesson-plans/lesson-1-martin-luther-king-jr-and-nonviolent-resistance :Martin Luther King Jr. and Nonviolent Resistance: Lesson plan about Martin Luther King, Jr.’s use of nonviolent re- sistance. https://www.learningtogive.org/units/heroes-and-their-impact/rosa-parks : Lesson Plan – Rosa Parks: Lan- guage arts, technology, and social studies lesson plan for 3-5 graders about Rosa Parks. https://www.familyeducation.com/entertainment-activities/black-history-month : Black History Month – Ac- tivities and Resources: Lots of resources for children, including quizzes about important figures and Black His- tory reading resources. https://www.teachervision.com/holidays/black-history-month : Black History Month – Teacher Resources: Large collection of Black History Month printables, slideshows, lessons, and activities. https://teachersfirst.org/spectopics/blackhist.cfm : Teachers First Resources for Black History: Over 40 Black History teacher resources, such as ideas, interactive materials, and research information. https://www.brainpop.com/socialstudies/blackhistory/ : Brain Pop Spotlight Black History: Here you will find a Harlem Renaissance lesson plan, civil rights quiz, and tons of lesson plans. https://www.educationworld.com/a_lesson/lesson252.shtml : Celebrating African American History Month: Brief history of Black History Month and five interactive student lesson plans. http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/aia/home.html : Africans in America: Historical narrative and teacher’s guide showing America’s journey through slavery, presented in four parts. Pause for the Cause—Elementary Videos, Lessons & Activities Continued… https://midnr.maps.arcgis.com/apps/Minimalist/index.html? appid=24409ebad2cf4ac28f3494cd7518c218 : The Underground Railroad: Map of Michigan’s Underground Railroad and interactive points of interest locations. https://www.nps.gov/malu/learn/education/lessonplansandteacherguides.htm : Lesson Plans and Teacher Guides: Brief history of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., as well as curriculum materials and lesson plans. https://www.teachervision.com/holidays/black-history-month : Activities for Black History: Children can cele- brate Black History Month through fun activities, and information on culture. Pause for the Cause—Middle & High School Lessons & Activities https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N7pAAGlfbh0 : Video: A reflective compilation of powerful moments and people in black history. 4:32 min. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=knIic3M7Rsc : Video: Black History Slideshow. 4:33 min. https://www.huffpost.com/entry/28-queens-of-black-history-who-deserve-much-more- glory_n_56b25c02e4b01d80b244d968: Video: 35 Queens of Black History; 1:39 min https://www.archives.gov/exhibits/featured-documents/emancipation-proclamation : The Emancipation Proclamation: History, audio clip, and photographs of the primary documents of the Emancipation Proclama- tion. http://www.collaborativelearning.org/historyblackonline.html : Downloadable Activities for Black History: List of activities on Black history topics, such as a civil rights timeline https://about.usps.com/who-we-are/postal-history/african-american-stamp-subjects.htm : Black History Stamps: Lesson plan to honor the contributions of black Americans through U.S. commemorative postage stamps. https://about.usps.com/who-we-are/postal-history/african-american-stamp-subjects.htm : National Register of Historic Places: Information and photographs of historic properties that were contributions of African American culture. https://parentseyes.arizona.edu/index.php/node/12 : Black History Curriculum: List of Black History Month lesson plans, activities, and curriculum materials for grades 6-8. Pause for the Cause—Middle & High School Lessons & Activities