Category: Black History Month

Profile: Black Student Union Club 

Profile: Black Student Union Club 

By Salvador G. A few teachers created a club called the Black Student Union (BSU) Club for CATS students. This club is to understand more about the concept of why it is important to celebrate and to know more about African American people and the Black experience.  According to Mr. Wilson, a computer science and mathematics teacher, the BSU club provides opportunities for all races, meaning that not just Black students celebrate but all races here in school, too. He said, “all races are able to celebrate Black culture, Black lifestyle, and history.” He shares the importance

How teachers and students are addressing the use of slurs

How teachers and students are addressing the use of slurs

By Hugo M. CATS is currently facing an issue that has not been resolved: the casual use of slurs used by students inside and outside the classroom. Every day these words, which are often based on race, ethnicity or perceived sexuality or gender, are thrown along casually like a baseball among packed hallways and classrooms. But the big question remains: What do students and teachers think of the use of slurs in school?  One teacher provided context as to why students use these words in the first place. Mr. Monteon, Graphic Design teacher, said that because

The absence of Black History Month representation at CATS

The absence of Black History Month representation at CATS

By Gehenna N. Ms. Maria Salcido teaches African American History during the fall semester. As a teacher of Latinx identity, she takes her role seriously. “Ideally, I think people should be able to teach their own history,” she said. “But if someone is going to teach history that’s not theirs, they have to approach it with respect and that is something I was very conscious about when teaching Black History as a non-Black person.” She said she wanted to expose to her students the Black history content that she had the opportunity to learn. The question

Special Feature: What Does Women’s History Month Mean to CATS Teachers and Students?

Special Feature: What Does Women’s History Month Mean to CATS Teachers and Students?

By Denise R., Xenia C., and Darleen B. “During Black History Month I feel like we could’ve done more.  We just never really did anything particular for Black History Month, and we’re not doing anything in particular for Women’s History Month, so it’s like, what’s going on here?” Arely v., cats junior Women’s History Month is celebrated every March. At CATS, teachers and students speak on the barriers women face and the representation they deserve, especially at school. Mr. Victor Dominguez, 11th grade English teacher, said Women’s History Month is very important to him. “I think

Celebrating Black History Month at CATS

Celebrating Black History Month at CATS

By Alan C. and Erick B. Black history month is celebrated every February. How does CATS represent the history of African Americans? And, how do students and teachers feel about it? Mr. Lauren Wilson, a mathematics and computer science teacher here at CATS speaks about Black history month and if this school is covering Black history month correctly. He thinks the school isn’t providing enough about Black history, saying, “At this time, I believe more information should be shared and displayed during Black history month.” “At this time, I believe more information should be shared and

Counter-narrative: Despite what you hear about looting, these stores are coming out in support of protests against police brutality

Counter-narrative: Despite what you hear about looting, these stores are coming out in support of protests against police brutality

Looting has followed in the wake of protests across the country, just as many retailers and restaurants were reopening from the pandemic. While people were out protesting for justice, others took advantage of the situation to do crimes like looting, burning down things, stealing, and much more. Some stores actually decided to respond to these actions and you wouldn’t believe what they had to say!

In wake of protests for George Floyd, here’s how you can show support for Black lives

In wake of protests for George Floyd, here’s how you can show support for Black lives

On May 25th the life of George Floyd was taken by Minneapolis officer Derek Chauvin in what was supposed to be an arrest not a murder. Videos capturing the arrest turned murder show Floyd (a man of color) with Chauvin’s knee placed on his neck preventing him from being able to breathe. Floyd is heard repeatedly telling the officer he couldn’t breathe. However, Chauvin ignored him, resulting in his murder. As a result thousands of people from all races, communities and around the world have come together in many ways to show support for black lives. With some not allowed to go to the Black Lives Matter protests because of COVID-19 or they’re teenagers whose parents fear that may not be safe to be around if things get ugly or any other reason, here’s how support comes in many different ways from many people.

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