Enrich History Education Through Grant-Funded Historical Marker Projects

Описание: About This Webinar
Discover how the William G. Pomeroy Foundation’s Pomeroy Education Program (PEP) empowers students to research, document, and commemorate local history through grant funded historical markers. This recorded webinar, presented in collaboration with the National History Club (NHC), introduces educators and club advisors to a primary source research curriculum that guides students through historical inquiry and provides the opportunity to apply for a fully funded Pomeroy Marker.

What You Will Learn
Pomeroy Foundation Research Historian Anastasia Sopchak shares how PEP engages students in authentic historical work, including primary source research and collaboration with local historians and public officials. The webinar highlights recent student led marker projects funded by the Foundation, including a Hometown Heritage marker for WWI nurse May Berry completed by the Frankton Indiana History Club. Anastasia also offers practical guidance on navigating the Pomeroy Marker grant application process. In addition, NHC Executive Director Bob Nasson provides remarks on the value of participating in and preserving local history through NHC chapters nationwide.

Hear from Kevin Cline about his NHC chapter's experience applying for their Pomeroy Marker:    • Student Powered Local History: Frankton’s ...  

Interested in receiving the curriculum? Visit the Pomeroy Education Program webpage: https://www.wgpfoundation.org/history...

Learn more about the National History Club: https://www.nationalhistoryclub.org/

Key Takeaways
After watching, you will understand how student led Pomeroy Marker projects
• Build research and critical thinking skills
• Encourage civic engagement and community pride
• Preserve local history for future generations
• Strengthen connections between schools, clubs, and community partners

You will also learn how to
• Identify historically significant local subjects
• Document research findings using reliable primary sources
• Navigate the grant application process at wgpfoundation.org
• Access free curriculum resources and program support for classroom or club projects