Teacher Training Workshops
The Japanese American Incarceration: Constitutional Vigilance in Times of Crisis
Teacher Training Workshop in Merced, CA (2014). Photo Credit: Greg Marutani.
Several times in our nation’s history, political leaders have been faced with balancing constitutional rights with issues of national security. These decisions were colored by many factors, including wartime hysteria, misinformation, sensationalized media, and racism. The workshop session will cover the historical background of the Japanese American incarceration during World War II, connections to current events and other communities, and the ongoing lessons of discrimination, civil liberties, and justice.
This workshop is sponsored by the Japanese American Citizens League (JACL) through a grant from the U.S Department of the Interior, National Park Service, Japanese American Confinement Sites grant program.
Classroom Materials: Participants will receive a copy of JACL’s highly acclaimed curriculum guide, A Lesson in American History: The Japanese American Experience, and a DVD copy of Civil Liberties in Times of Crisis.
Professional Development: This workshop is eligible for Professional Learning credits. For information, contact education@jacl.org.
Local Connection: Discover the local impact of the incarceration of Japanese Americans during WWII by learning about the history of nearby confinement sites.
Substitute Teacher Reimbursement: The school district will be reimbursed for each teacher who participates in this workshop.
For information, contact: Education Program Manager, Matthew Weisbly at mweisbly@jacl.org