African-American Firsts in Wisconsin 1600-2006
Other Historical Facts of Diversity
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In this rich African-American collection of factual and intriguing information you will discover exciting points in history like: *Who was the first substitute teacher at Franklin Jr. High in Racine? *Who were the first antislavery movers and shakers of their time? *Who was the first female alderperson in Kenosha? *Who was the first to graduate from UW - Madison? *How did Modine, J.I. Case, and S.C. Johnson supoort positive progess? *What were some of Wisconsin's laws that changed history? *Who was the lawyer that represented Mr. Joshua Glover? *What is special about Mukwonago, Statonville, Medford, and Outagamie County? *What daring feat did Dr. Dyer of Burlington achieve? *Who was the first U.S. postal supervisor in Racine?
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About the Book
Wouldn't you like to know if you are making history as we speak? This book is a proud historical record of greatness of those who have come before us, the greatness among us, and the greatness to be claimed! This rich African-American collection of facts and diversity will pleasantly surprise you whether you are a historian, educator, trivia buff, or one who has always wondered about people, places, and things in Wisconsin. It will swell your heart with badger pride. It will inspire you, as well as encourage you to be the best that you can be. You will refer to this book again and again. It is not simply facts about history. It is a record of truth created for our most valuable resources in mind - our children! This book is a conversation piece for all individuals of all ages to enjoy!
About the Author
Andrea Bell-Myers has been teaching for nearly two decades. A native of Racine, she was educated in the public school sector, the University of Wisconsin system, and received her masters degree from Lesley University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. This diverse educational background in art and design, elementary education, special education, curriculum and instruction with a speciality in creative arts and learning has enabled Mrs. Bell-Myers to inspire and encourage others. She is the co-author of Kenosha: Harboring the Past, Present, and Future, 2004. She was also featured in Racine's Black owned community newspaper as one of 2006 Phenomenal Woman. In 2007, Positive Promotions magazine was impressed with her creativity in the classroom and published her idea. She even created an authentic-one of a kind- interdisciplinary tour. This Black American History and Underground Railroad tour is now entering its fifth successful year in 2008. It was the catalysis for this book. She has also received several honors and awards for her creativity. Her number one supporters and loves of her life are her husband and their two boys.