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Teaching American History Grant
What is the Teaching American History project? TAH is a federal grant program designed to raise student achievement by improving teachers' knowledge and understanding of and appreciation for traditional U.S. history. Grant awards assist schools, in partnership with entities that have content expertise, to develop, document, evaluate, and disseminate innovative and cohesive models of professional development. By helping teachers to develop a deeper understanding and appreciation of U.S. history as a separate subject matter within the core curriculum, these programs improve instruction and raise student achievement.
Who comprises the 2009-10 Teacher Cohort ? K-8 teachers from New Heights, Our Community, Los Angeles Academy of Arts and Enterprise, and Bert Corona.
Many of the participating teachers have incorporated visual art activities into their Social Studies lessons. Here are just a few of the many beautiful pieces created. Stop by soon for more images and evidence of student learning.
5th graders studying Harlem's Renaissance period responded to Duke Ellington's musical composition 'Mood Indigo.' Creating original pastel paintings students then photographed their work and digitally manipulated it to create multiple images.
4th graders studying California's Gold Rush studied the unique characteristics of gold rush country and the miners who made it their home. These mixed media images depict the rugged landscape and miners.
3rd grade students wrote, directed and edited 'Kids For Kindness.' KFK was inspired by a group of third graders who wanted to improve the citizenship skills of their peers.
New Heights Charter School. 4126 South Arlington Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90008. 323-508-0155
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