In 2019, Eliot-Hine Middle School was undergoing a modernization renovation. A group of students in grades 6 – 8 began their “school story” research in a temporary space as they waited for their building to be finished. Led by Ms. Kelley Guèye and Ms. Patricia Harris, our students participated in neighborhood history walks, visited The National Museum of African American History and Culture, created interview questions for long-time residents and alumni, and examined historic documents and photographs.
With the onset of COVID-19 and the closure of DC Public School buildings, our project quickly switched to virtual setting. With the support of the Eliot-Hine community, we continued to work closely with alumni and the modernization committee to bring their exhibit to fruition.
