February Newsletter
Happy Valentine's Day
Dr. Maya Angelou
Dr. Maya Angelou was a celebrated writer, teacher, actress, producer, historian, filmmaker, and civil rights activist—was honored as the inaugural National Dignity & Respect Champion in 2011. Dr. Angelou knew that people are strongest when they stick together through kindness and Respect, and she taught others how to be respectful through her writing, speeches, and presentations.
THINK About It!
1. Review some common emotions (happy, sad, angry, disappointed, frustrated, loved, lonely). How do you know you’re feeling a certain way? What makes you feel sad, angry or happy?
2. How do you want to make others feel? What are words you’d like others to use to describe you?
3. What’s something you can do that will help others feel taken care of? How can you make others feel important? That is Respect!
4. Why is it important that everyone feel important and taken care of?
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Mindful Moments- Respectful Thoughts
Close your eyes and finish these sentences in your heads as someone reads them aloud.
- I show Respect to my friends by….
- I show Respect to my family by…
- I show Respect to my school by…
- I show Respect to myself by…
Celebrating 100 days Smarter on February 4
Black History Month, or National African American History Month, is an annual celebration of achievements made by Black Americans and a time to reflect on the central roles of African Americans in U.S. history. The celebration can be felt nationally as many organizations, cities, and states host events to raise awareness of Black culture, and honor prominent Black individuals who have shaped the course of American history.
Black History Month for Kids
Schomburg Center for Research in black culture
An introduction to historic figures from Nat Turner to Emmett Till.
The Story of Martin Luther King Jr. by Kid President