Marysville School District 25

Nelson Mandela Day # 20. Teach students about Nelson Mandela, his imprisonment, and the battle to end apartheid in South Africa. http://www.pbs.org/newshour/extra/lessons_plans/remembering-nelson-mandela/ #BHM #28waysof28daystocelebrate GET CONNECTED @MarysvilleSD or visit msd25.org for the latest updates from your school district.

‪Careers and Technical Education Month‬ ‪Learn more about CTE at: http://www.msd25.org/o/District/page/career-and-technical-education--3‬

Hip-Hop Day # 19. Learn about the history of hip-hop music, a genre that emerged in the Bronx, New York City, in 1970. Ask students to bring in examples of their favorite songs or dances to discuss. http://teachrock.org/chapter/social-soul-the-roots-of-hip-hop/ #BHM #28waysof28daystocelebrate GET CONNECTED @MarysvilleSD or visit msd25.org for the latest updates from your school district.

March on Washington Day # 18. Read about Bayard Rustin an American leader in social movements for civil rights, socialism, nonviolence, and gay rights. https://www.pbs.org/wnet/african-americans-many-rivers-to-cross/history/100-amazing-facts/who-designed-the-march-on-washington/ #BHM #28waysof28daystocelebrate GET CONNECTED @MarysvilleSD or visit msd25.org for the latest updates from your school district.

Maya Angelou Day # 18. Read “A Pledge to Rescue Our Youth” by poet Maya Angelou. Then, watch a video about her inspiration for this profound piece on youth and education. http://blackademics.org/interview-archive/sept-06-interview-maya-angelou/ #BHM #28waysof28daystocelebrate GET CONNECTED @MarysvilleSD or visit msd25.org for the latest updates from your school district.

Presidents’ Day

Jacob Lawrence’s Day # 17. View artist Jacob Lawrence’s Migration Series, which depicts the migration of slaves from the South to the North in search of a better life. http://phillipscollection.org/migration_series/index.cfm #BHM #28waysof28daystocelebrate GET CONNECTED @MarysvilleSD or visit msd25.org for the latest updates from your school district.

Freedom and Equality Gallery Day # 16. Take students through artists’ interpretations of freedom and equality with works by Norman Rockwell, Martin Puryear, and many others, in this gallery from the National Endowment for the Humanities. (Enter the gallery, chose "Themes" on the upper right, and then choose "Freedom and Equality.") http://picturingamerica.neh.gov/ #BHM #28waysof28daystocelebrate GET CONNECTED @MarysvilleSD or visit msd25.org for the latest updates from your school district.

James Baldwin Day # 15. Teach students about Author James Baldwin, a successful and prolific African American Author. https://www.biography.com/people/james-baldwin-9196635 #BHM #28waysof28daystocelebrate GET CONNECTED @MarysvilleSD or visit msd25.org for the latest updates from your school district.

Spike Lee Day # 15. Teach students about director, producer, writer, and actor Spike Lee, a successful and prolific African American filmmaker. http://www.biography.com/people/spike-lee-9377207 #BHM #28waysof28daystocelebrate GET CONNECTED @MarysvilleSD or visit msd25.org for the latest updates from your school district.

Kids Wagon, 1915 #TBT #MarysvilleSD @MSD25 @MsvlSD25 Msvlsd25 GET CONNECTED @MarysvilleSD or visit msd25.org for the latest updates from your school district.

Mid-Winter Break! Feb. 15-18

Day # 14. Bonus For those who enjoy Netflix "kevin hart's black history" may be a good choice for a comedic/educational entertainment. #BHM #28waysof28daystocelebrate GET CONNECTED @MarysvilleSD or visit msd25.org for the latest updates from your school district.

Blues Journey Day # 14. Trace the history of the blues from its beginnings in the fields of the South to its global impact on today’s music. Visit the Kennedy Center to learn about B. B. King and other musicians. http://www.artsedge.kennedy-center.org/content/3948 #BHM #28waysof28daystocelebrate GET CONNECTED @MarysvilleSD or visit msd25.org for the latest updates from your school district.

Important Notice: 2-hour late start Thursday, February 14. Buses on Limited snow routes and No out-of-district transportation. Schools are closed Friday and Monday. Scheduled athletic events are a go. For updates regarding athletic schedules go to www.wescoathletics.com

WE'RE ON THE NEWS! "Marysville Rotary honors M-PHS students for service" By Christopher Andersson https://www.northcountyoutlook.com/schools/marysville-rotary-honors-m-phs-students-for-service/article_7360a31e-2ef1-11e9-a3a0-3377e7f3009d.html

WE'RE ON THE NEWS! "Richner, Scallan named Students of the Month" By Christopher Andersson https://www.northcountyoutlook.com/schools/richner-scallan-named-students-of-the-month/article_09142692-2975-11e9-badb-4330f8cf2509.html

WE'RE ON THE NEWS! "MSD recognizes four outstanding students" By Christopher Andersson https://www.northcountyoutlook.com/schools/msd-recognizes-four-outstanding-students/article_3323de44-23f5-11e9-8c13-43133e42c2c7.html

Listening Meeting rescheduled to Wednesday, February 20, 6:30 pm, MPHS Commons.

This Little Light of Mine Day # 13. Teach students the songs of the civil rights movement, such as “This Little Light of Mine” and “Oh, Freedom.” Discuss how the lyrics reflect the defiant and hopeful spirit of the time. http://www.npr.org/2010/01/18/99315652/songs-of-the-civil-rights-movement #BHM #28waysof28daystocelebrate GET CONNECTED @MarysvilleSD or visit msd25.org for the latest updates from your school district.