"Nothing in all the world is more dangerous than sincere ignorance and conscietious stupidity."
-Martin Luther King, Jr. (1929-1968)
Americans have recognized black history annually since 1926, first as "Negro History Week" and later as "Black History Month." Click here to explore a great website to learn why it's important to celebrate "Black History Month."
Students at East College Prep Academy have written acrostic poems, summaries, and used art to express their appreciation of Dr. King. Please come take a look at the wonderful work of our students located outside of my classroom, on the hallway bulletin board!
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. led the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s. He organized nonviolent marches to protest segregation and racial injustice. His 1963 "I Have a Dream" speech dealing with peace and racial equality is one of the most powerful speeches in American history. Dr. King was assassinated by a gunman in 1968.
Click here to watch videos, read his "I Have a Dream" speech, and learn more about Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Click here to watch videos, read his "I Have a Dream" speech, and learn more about Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
"I Have a Dream" Speech Video
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