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Primary
PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Brown Reactions: Black Educators

For Students 9th - 10th
This 1954 statement, issued by a group of black educators, strongly endorses the Supreme Court's Brown ruling.
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Website
Smithsonian Institution

National Portrait Gallery: American Women: Mary Mc Leod Bethune

For Students 9th - 10th
A look at Mary McLeod Bethune, African American educator who worked to curb discrimination. Included is a portrait of her painted by Betsy Graves Reyneau.
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Handout
Black Past

Black Past: Bethune, Mary Jane Mc Leod

For Students 9th - 10th
This informative encyclopedia article recounts the life of Mary McLeod Bethune, black educator and activist. There are several links to websites for further information.
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Handout
Curated OER

National Park Service: American Visionaries: Booker T. Washington

For Students 3rd - 8th
This site provides a web exhibit that celebrates the incredible achievements of Booker T. Washington. Includes photos and biographical information about this extraordinary African American.