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8:25AM - 8:45AM

8:50AM - 9:30AM

9:35AM – 10:30AM

10:30AM – 10:45AM

10:50AM – 11:45AM

11:45AM – 12:15PM

12:15PM –12:45PM

12:50PM – 1:45PM

1:50PM - 2:30PM

2:30PM - 3:00PM

Reflection and Schedule Review in Advisor Class

Opening Remarks and Keynote Address

Session 1

Morning Recess

Session 2

MS Lunch / IM Recess

MS Recess / IM Lunch

Session 3

Closing Performance

Reflection in Advisor Classes

All-Grade Morning Keynote from Arias Hoyle

Workshops are by grade level:

4th Grade Workshops

Session 1

Your Amazing Skin - Megan Logan

Your amazing skin. What are the many jobs of your skin and why are there so many different shades? In this workshop, we will learn about the science behind all the jobs your skin performs. We will learn how the variety of human skin tones are an amazing adaptation to climate and geography. We will learn how to take care of our skin and then mix primary colored paints to paint our skin tone for a collage.

Self advocacy: Speaking Up for Myself to Speak up for Others - Aviona Gaines

We often think social justice can be done by anyone, anywhere. In reality we need to have the skills to be able to use our voice, get people to listen, and trust that we can do it. I want to teach you ways to self advocate so that you can speak up for injustice. This is something that many people struggle with but can be a way to help themselves and others!

The Special Olympics - Rylee Stout

It's well-documented that sports are an outlet for people to develop leadership skills, social community, and support their physical and mental health. Unfortunately not everyone has access to this outlet. This workshop will analyze how disability is one factor that continues to bar people from participating in sports. Focusing on the Special Olympics' history and work to make more space in sports regardless of ability, participants will brainstorm possible ways we can ensure everyone can participate in sports and experience that particular joy and courage with their friends and families.

Equity vs. Equality Bands-Aids - Hannah Moffit

This workshop will explore the differences between equity and equality as goals for social justice using several hands-on activities. If you know when you see something unfair happening, but don't always know what to do about it, this workshop is for you!

Session 2

Zines and the Power of the (small) Press - Vivian Li Seminar

Vivian Li will be sharing her story as an illustrator who also just released a zine, "ABC Cooking", a cookbook her mom and she worked on that is filled with Chinese recipes. Students will learn about the history and power of zines for marginalized communities and make a one page zine.

Session 3

Your Amazing Skin - Megan Logan

Your amazing skin. What are the many jobs of your skin and why are there so many different shades? In this workshop, we will learn about the science behind all the jobs your skin performs. We will learn how the variety of human skin tones are an amazing adaptation to climate and geography. We will learn how to take care of our skin and then mix primary colored paints to paint our skin tone for a collage.

Calling Out Big Industry: How a Mexican Muralist Transformed Detroit - Tessa

In this workshop, we will explore the artwork of Diego Rivera, a groundbreaking Mexican Muralist. We will dive into an unforgettable series of murals Diego completed for the city of Detroit in 1932 that still stand today highlighting the impact of the automobile industry. Through art making and conversation, we will come to understand how Diego used the power of Art as a tool for advocacy, change, and social justice.

All Apologies - KC Sinclair

We will explore the idea of a good apology. After learning how to use some clear steps, we will plan, practice, and deliver apologies. Come learn how to repair relationships in a meaningful, honest way!

Subversive Protest Poster Stencils - Abigail Maxey

Using the subversive art technique of stenciling, made famous by street artists like Banksy, we will create posters using social justice stencils.

5th Grade Workshops

Session 1

Appreciation vs Appropriation - Rajeswari Sachdeva

There is a huge difference between cultural appreciation and cultural appropriation. Appropriation is feeding off stereotypes of the non-dominant culture. It's taking a piece of culture that is not yours and gaining from that whether that be recognition or monetary gains. Appreciation is when you seek to learn about and honor the culture, the traditions and beliefs. It's important to know the difference so that one doesn't unintentionally harm groups of people, especially those groups who have been traditionally marginalized in our society.

Self advocacy: Speaking Up for Myself to Speak up for Others - Aviona Gaines

We often think social justice can be done by anyone, anywhere. In reality we need to have the skills to be able to use our voice, get people to listen, and trust that we can do it. I want to teach you ways to self advocate so that you can speak up for injustice. This is something that many people struggle with but can be a way to help themselves and others!

Calling Out Big Industry: How a Mexican Muralist Transformed Detroit - Tessa Poag

In this workshop, we will explore the artwork of Diego Rivera, a groundbreaking Mexican Muralist. We will dive into an unforgettable series of murals Diego completed for the city of Detroit in 1932 that still stand today highlighting the impact of the automobile industry. Through art making and conversation, we will come to understand how Diego used the power of Art as a tool for advocacy, change, and social justice.

All Apologies - KC Sinclair

We will explore the idea of a good apology. Using some clear steps, we will plan, practice, and deliver apologies. Come learn how to repair relationships in a meaningful, honest way!

Session 2

Find Your Voice With Zines! - Kirby Stolzoff

Zine making has a long history of being a tool for sharing information, building community locally and globally, and building political change. In this workshop, students will learn how to fold their own origami booklets and design their booklet about an issue they're passionate about. This session will include a short history of self-published zines as an act of resistance as well as some prompts to help students find their voice as an activist.

The ART of Social Justice - Peter Gross

In this workshop, learn about artists who make work about Social Justice like Faith Ringgold, Ben Shahn, and Dorothea Lange, and then create your own large-scale social justice artworks about issues that YOU care about!

Subversive Social Justice Stencils - Abigail Maxey

Using the subversive art technique of stenciling, made famous by street artists like Banksy, we will create posters using social justice stencils.

All Apologies - KC Sinclair

We will explore the idea of a good apology. Using some clear steps, we will plan, practice, and deliver apologies. Come learn how to repair relationships in a meaningful, honest way!

Session 3

Dreaming of Adventure Through Aviation - Chay Dixon

I am honored to join The Evergreen School in spotlighting women and non-binary people in aviation. Through my work with the Women in Aviation organization, I have fostered gains in aviation professions, holding the door open for the next generation of pilots through community outreach.

6th Grade Workshops

Session 1

Ableism in Our Everyday Lives - Kalyn Pope

If you are passionate about accessibility and the ways our society is set up for a narrow idea of "capable" bodies and neurotypical minds, this workshop is for you! There are many privileges that we have related to capabilities and this discussion-based workshop aims to shed light on how individuals physically and mentally navigate through the world differently.

The Contribution of the Chinese Transcontinental Railroad Workers - Shufen Li

We will discuss the contributions of Chinese railroad workers to the economies of the United States and talk about the working conditions of Chinese railroad workers and immigrant workers and the fact the Chinese railroad workers’ contributions were not recognized.

The Impact of Unconscious Bias - Alan Phan

We’ve heard that we all have biases, but what does that actually mean? And more importantly, how does it affect our daily interactions with other people? In this workshop we will not only learn how to define and identify unconscious biases, but also understand how we are affected by and affect others with deep-rooted preconceptions. Furthermore, we will learn what we can do to acknowledge and address our biases in order to create a more inclusive and just environment.

Bringing Powerful Poetry to Life - Lexie Franzen

In this workshop, student will discover, analyze, and get inspired by poetry on social justice topics. After exploring different issues and topics and end the workshop with a chance to illustrate poetic imagery.

Session 2

Dreaming Beyond The Limits - Arias Hoyle

Since the get-go, Hoyle has been striving to make a cultural blend that’s true to him. From a young age, he created rhymes to help him learn vocabulary from the Tlingit language, Lingít. He works to use his art as a lyricist, rapper, and performer to helping the dying language flourish again. In addition to discussion music as a form of action, the workshop will explore ways students can combine their creative passions with their activism.

Session 3

Self advocacy: Speaking Up for Myself to Speak up for Others - Aviona Gaines

We often think social justice can be done by anyone, anywhere. In reality we need to have the skills to be able to use our voice, get people to listen, and trust that we can do it. I want to teach you ways to self advocate so that you can speak up for injustice. This is something that many people struggle with but can be a way to help themselves and others!

Paper Patchwork Quilt for Social Justice-Ellen Klein

Students will create a collaborate 2D artwork featuring a mutually agreed upon social justice topic of choice and inspired by the style of Jean-Michel Basquiat. Final artwork will be one collaborative installation/display. After an introduction to Jean-Michel Basquiat and a group brainstorm, students will choose ONE topic and create a piece of art depicting their topic of choice. Artwork will use collage techniques similar to JMB, particularly the use of upcycling resources (such as song lyrics, newspaper, or pages of books) and working from a limited color palette and/or mediums.

Ableism in Our Everyday Lives - Kalyn Pope

If you are passionate about accessibility and the ways our society is set up for a narrow idea of "capable" bodies and neurotypical minds, this workshop is for you! There are many privileges that we have related to capabilities and this discussion-based workshop aims to shed light on how individuals physically and mentally navigate through the world differently.

Social Justice Chalk Mural - Lina Rose

Images often speak louder than words. When we put up signs and images that show our supportive beliefs, we can show others they are safe and welcome. Come learn how we can foster a safe community and express ourselves through creative imagery. In this work, students will get to use sidewalk chalk to create powerful images of justice and equity for our Evergreen community!

7th Grade Workshops

Session 2

The History of Japanese Taiko Drumming with Seattle Kokon Taiko

In this seminar, you will learn the history of how and why Japanese and Japanese Americans have performed Taiko Drumming in the US. Taiko Drumming is a mixed activity of music, physical exercise, and cultural experience for expressing human energy as performing arts. Student will see how drumming brings people together and get to do some drumming themselves as well.

Session 1

Las Cafeteras: Activism and Social Justice Themes Through Music - Dana

Las Cafeteras, a Latinx band from East LA, use music as a vehicle to build bridges among different cultures and communities. Their use of Afro-Mexican rhythms, zapateado dancing, & uplifting lyrics tell stories of everyday people searching for love & fighting for justice. In this workshop we will explore themes of social justice and activism in some of their songs and videos and how music and art can support social justice issues.

Stronger Together: The History of Asian and Black Solidarity - Chelsea Rosales & Eulaya Erb

After listening to the 6-minute NPR podcast, "The History Of Solidarity Between Asian And Black Americans," students will engage in a roundtable discussion about the importance of interracial solidarity and the barriers put in place to prevent collective power. After examining historical examples, students will discuss how interracial solidarity could enact change in the present.

The Secret History of the FBI's Fight Against Civil Rights - Jared Deveau

Using primary documents from leaked FBI files to examine the ways the government took illegal, covert action against civil rights groups and leaders. The workshop will use a real life heist of an FBI field office where documents were discovered detailing these facts as a jumping off point.

Social Justice in the Theatre, Status and Power, Roleplay the moment - Eli Keltz

This workshop will use theatre technique to reflect on issues surrounding power, status, and marginalization. Students will get a chance to use improv and other theatre techniques to explore a topic chosen by the group. It will include roleplay and storytelling to activate and enhance the call for social justice. Social Justice in the Theatre, Status and Power, Roleplay the moment

Session 3

Self advocacy: Speaking Up for Myself to Speak up for Others - Aviona Gaines

We often think social justice can be done by anyone, anywhere. In reality we need to have the skills to be able to use our voice, get people to listen, and trust that we can do it. I want to teach you ways to self advocate so that you can speak up for injustice. This is something that many people struggle with but can be a way to help themselves and others!

Las Cafeteras: Activism and Social Justice Themes Through Music - Dana Webber

Las Cafeteras, a Latinx band from East LA, use music as a vehicle to build bridges among different cultures and communities. Their use of Afro-Mexican rhythms, zapateado dancing, & uplifting lyrics tell stories of everyday people searching for love & fighting for justice. In this workshop we will explore themes of social justice and activism in some of their songs and videos and how music and art can support social justice issues.

The Impact of Unconscious Bias - Alan Phan

We’ve heard that we all have biases, but what does that actually mean? And more importantly, how does it affect our daily interactions with other people? In this workshop we will not only learn how to define and identify unconscious biases, but also understand how we are affected by and affect others with deep-rooted preconceptions. Furthermore, we will learn what we can do to acknowledge and address our biases in order to create a more inclusive and just environment.

The Racism Playbook - Marcus Williams

Students will look at the social system that creates predictable outcomes when it comes to racism. We will break down racist behavior and look at its parts when incidents occur and how we can recognize and dismantle them

8th Grade Workshops

Session 1

Dreaming Beyond The Limits - Arias Hoyle

Since the get-go, Hoyle has been striving to make a cultural blend that’s true to him. From a young age, he created rhymes to help him learn vocabulary from the Tlingit language, Lingít. He works to use his art as a lyricist, rapper, and performer to helping the dying language flourish again. In addition to discussion music as a form of action, the workshop will explore ways students can combine their creative passions with their activism.

Session 3

Product Design for Equity & Inclusion - Steven Foster

This workshop will gives us a great opportunity to think collaboratively about equity in regard how we interface with everyday objects and completing routine tasks. Without thinking critically about the physical ability, mobility, and capability of all users, many are often overlooked! Discussion will explore the subtle differences between User Centered Design and Human Centered Design. Students will learn about the design process overall and begin to consider a design project of their own.

Choose Your Character: Representation in Videogames - Anna Baldi

This class will look at the history of video games, who designs them, and how well they represent the people who play them. We’ll examine past controversies in the gaming industry, as well as current designers and games working towards positive change.

Ethical Dilemmas of Social Justice - Jane Shay

What happens when your beliefs don't match that of another? Can you respect a value that contradicts your own? We will read situations where we are challenged by the beliefs of diverse cultures. Then, we'll explore ethical dilemmas through dialogue and the Socratic method.

The Secret History of the FBI's Fight Against Civil Rights -Jared Deveau

Using primary documents from leaked FBI files to examine the ways the government took illegal, covert action against civil rights groups and leaders. The workshop will use a real life heist of an FBI field office where documents were discovered detailing these facts as a jumping off point.

Session 2

Self advocacy: Speaking Up for Myself to Speak up for Others - Aviona Gaines

We often think social justice can be done by anyone, anywhere. In reality we need to have the skills to be able to use our voice, get people to listen, and trust that we can do it. I want to teach you ways to self advocate so that you can speak up for injustice. This is something that many people struggle with but can be a way to help themselves and others!

Product Design for Equity & Inclusion - Steven Foster

This workshop will gives us a great opportunity to think collaboratively about equity in regard how we interface with everyday objects and completing routine tasks. Without thinking critically about the physical ability, mobility, and capability of all users, many are often overlooked! Discussion will explore the subtle differences between User Centered Design and Human Centered Design. Students will learn about the design process overall and begin to consider a design project of their own.

The Impact of Unconscious Bias - Alan Phan

We’ve heard that we all have biases, but what does that actually mean? And more importantly, how does it affect our daily interactions with other people? In this workshop we will not only learn how to define and identify unconscious biases, but also understand how we are affected by and affect others with deep-rooted preconceptions. Furthermore, we will learn what we can do to acknowledge and address our biases in order to create a more inclusive and just environment.

Social Justice Chalk Mural - Lina Rose

Images often speak louder than words. When we put up signs and images that show our supportive beliefs, we can show others they are safe and welcome. Come learn how we can foster a safe community and express ourselves through creative imagery. In this work, students will get to use sidewalk chalk to create powerful images of justice and equity for our Evergreen community!

Indigenous Nations in the U.S.: How to Right Past Wrongs? - Kate Schwartz

Students will get a brief overview of broken treaties between indigenous nations and the U.S. government, then will have time to explore various ways in which we, people in 2023, can rectify wrongs in the past. They will finish with an exit ticket of some sort to reflect on what they've learned.