So we've reached the first "long" weekend of the 2007-2008 school year. We can all agree that 3 day weekends are great, right? But can anybody tell me why we celebrate Columbus Day?
So in 1492, he sailed the ocean blue, right? Or did he? How was the story of Columbus taught to you in elementary school? Was he portrayed as a hero? More than likely.
I'll make this a quick post but I'll ask you to follow this link to an article written by Jack Weatherford, author of "Indian Givers."
http://www.thepeoplespaths.net/Articles2000/Weatherford0010Columbus.htm
Mr. Weatherford is one of many historians who wish that the true story of Columbus be put out in the mainstream for people to read. Anyone who has read "Lies My Teacher Told Me" is also familiar with the information Weatherford has laid out.
Let me know your thoughts on Columbus, especially after reading what Weatherford has to say.
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- Mr. Paulus
- I'm currently in my fourth year at Norton High School. I feel very fortunate to be a part of the Norton school system. I teach United States History as well as Psychology. I graduated from Stonehill College in 2002 and worked for a few years in the private sector before finding my way into education. I love live music, dogs, and physical activities like running, biking, kayaking, tennis, and hiking. In the summertime you can usually find me on Cape Cod enjoying the great outdoors.
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