How might history have changed if African-Americans never came to America?
That is the question students in Ms. Rack’s Black History class at John F. Kennedy High School (JFK) sought to answer—first in a play, and now in a film for Black History Month. With the help of student teacher Michael Milling, students researched the enormous impact African-Americans have had on American society. Also in recognition of BHM, the Teen Center at JFK hosted a walk through history and showed the movie, Roots, during the lunch period. Dance club takes service seriously! With actions that belie the name of their organization, School 21’s “Latin Dance Club” plays an active role in improving their school and neighborhood. As part of their weeklong observation of Dominican Independence, students hoisted brushes, rollers (and civic pride) as they erased unsightly graffiti from the walls of their school. Under the direction of School 21 Spanish teacher, Mr. Wilkin Santana, the popular organization organizes regular meetings and activities, approaching everything from a Latino per
