A Historical Perspective: Immigration to California
During the Great Depression, many immigrants from Mexico came to California to work in farm labor. Students took time to research what this time was like. We encourage readers to look beyond this history to see how immigration has and has not changed over time.
The Great Depression
Miles E., Kendall K., and Eliza M.
Harris M., Joshua M., and Marley S.
Caroline B., Hunter C., and George H.
Eve G., Aldon O., and Locke R.
Immigration to California
Carter B., Brooklyn L., and Anita V.
Paul K., Iker L., and Madden R.
Emma D., Maible E., Audrey S., and Fisher W.
California in the 1930's
Henry K., Logan J., and Finley W.
Jonah L., Isabella S., and Kendall S.
How to make an IMP∆CT:
Learn about the history of the United States, especially as it has affected marginalized communities
Compare and contrast issues such as immigration and economics in history and in the present
Ask yourself how you can be the interrupter of systems that continue to have a negative impact on marginalized communities
Make an effort to know your and other families' histories and origin stories
