Voices of Refugees
A South Division and Alverno College Collaboration
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About
South Division High School is a large urban high school located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. South is a diverse community; home to over 20 lanugages. Students at South, recognize and continue to develop the skills to become active and globally aware citizens. They are a community of youth who come from diverse backgrounds including areas of great conflict. Their families have made Milwaukee a new home.
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The students have developed projects that offer knowledge of their personal experiences as immigrants and refugees. The projects will be exhibited at Alverno College on April 11, 2018.
Teacher Notes
The purpose of this project is to heighten students’ understanding of how the stories of their encounters with racism, religious intolerance, and prejudice are invaluable experiences to be shared with others in order to promote a greater understanding of the refugee experience and global conflict. The hope is that students are able to see their worth and value in our society. Furthermore to promote a greater understanding of their roles and responsibilities in a democracy.
Units of Study
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Individual and Society
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We and They
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History and Research
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Judgement, Memory and Legacy
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Choosing to Participate
Adapted from "Facing History and Ourselves" curriculum
