Reimagining New England Histories K-12 Curriculum Project

An Educator’s Guide for Teaching about Historical Injustice, Sovereignty, and Freedom in the Dawnland (New England)

About

We hope that you will use the lessons contained in this guide to introduce learners to some of the concepts, events, and people that are often left out of traditional historical narratives. We believe that a more comprehensive understanding of the past will encourage a greater respect for the experiences of others and empower students to create more inclusive communities.

Meet the Team

The RNEH K–12 Curriculum provides lessons and resources focused on the experiences of Black and Indigenous communities. Each lesson also includes materials that educators can adapt for their classroom needs based on local and school standards.

The K–12 Curriculum Committee consists of New England-based scholars, K–12 educators as well as humanities organizations, members of Indigenous nations, and other community members. The committee is committed to promoting the teaching of more diverse and inclusive histories.

Co-Organizers

Mack Scott
Sofia Zepeda

Committee Members

2021–2022

Cheryll Holley, Jason Mancini, Lorén Spears, Sarah Cahill, Emma York, Cameron Bishop, Richard Soaring Bear Cowes, Brad Lopes

2022–2023

Emma York, Christen Makram, Sarah Cahill, Katrina Council, Ellen Piangerelli, Cheryll Holley, Lorén Spears, Patricia Rubertone

Simmons Center Faculty, Staff and Students

Anthony Bogues, Director
Shana Weinberg, Associate Director, Public Humanities Programs
Kiku Langford McDonald, Communications Manager
Sydney Smith ’22, Education Committee Coordinator
Liz Sepulveda ’27, Communications Coordinator

Acknowledgments

This guide was created by The Reimagining New England Histories K–12 Curriculum Committee — a group composed of educators, community members, and scholars who work and live in the Dawnland.

This project received funding from the Ruth J. Simmons Center for the Study of Slavery and Justice. Support was also provided by the Mystic Seaport Museum.