Guest Speakers, Field Trips, Videos, Hands On Experiences, FUN!!!!
Purpose of this class is to develop our cultural identities, enhance critical consciousness, and learn about various cultural elements that exist in our families, communities, and in our world.
Who are my ancestors? How can the livesof my ancestors impact my life today and build my future? - A look at the indigenous part of my community (Aztec, Maya, Huichol, Navajo, Yaqui, etc.) - An introduction to art, music, food, language, and traditions (presented by community members) - Maiz Teachings - Mestizo Teachings
What do I call myself? - Hispanic, Latin@, Chican@, Mexican, Mexican-American, Raza
What are my cultural contributions? - Heroes/Heroines -Art - Music - Theatre - Industry -Literature - Poetry, short stories, Novels - Film - Politics
Political Issues that Impact/Affect my community - Immigration - Education - Poverty - Other