Subject: History and Science - Project: The Untold Stories of Local Heroes

• Students: Maria Rodriguez, Jessica Lopez (11th Grade)
• Project Goal: To research and document the contributions of Henrietta Lacks
• Highlights:
  • Focused on researching the lives of minority women who played key roles in the development of their town during the early 20th century.
  • Conducted interviews with local historians and descendants of the chosen figures, gathering primary source materials.
  • Created a multimedia presentation showcasing their findings, including historical photographs, quotes, and biographical information.
  • Outcome: The presentation was presented at the town's annual historical scientists society meeting and received praise for shedding light on previously unrecognized contributions. The local library is now archiving the students' research materials.