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Walter R. Sundling Students Bring History Alive
Who:
Eighth grade gifted students
What:
20th Century History Expo
Where:
Walter R. Sundling Junior High, 1100 N. Smith St., Palatine
When:
Friday, May 2
8:20-11 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
Details:
Students will give in-depth presentations on various 20th century historical topics including:
- The Berlin Airlift
- Hitler
- Japanese internment camps
- Woodstock
- Flappers
- Jazz
They will be role playing (in costume) various historical figures, singing the blues, dancing the Charleston, campaigning, propagandizing, protesting, and informing. Each student will use a variety of props, enticements, and appealing backboards to enhance his/her presentation.
Guests will include Palatine Mayor Rita Mullins, Judge Sam Amirante, other eighth grade students, current and former teachers, administrators, parents, grandparents, and community members.
Contact:
Bob Tenczar, director of communications, at (847) 963-3212, or Mrs. LaVerne Irwin, Sundling, at (847) 963-3751
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