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Resources for the Sanford Community At Sanford, we promote a school-wide culture that acknowledges and values the importance of service and hope our kids will choose to give their time and energy to help others.
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“One of the most recognized leaders of nonviolent resistance is Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. As a school whose foundation was built on principles similar to Dr. King’s teachings of peace, equality, and service to others, Sanford adopted an MLK Day of Service in 2006. Every year on MLK Day, Sanford community members participate in service projects on and off campus. The Food Bank of Delaware, Faithful Friends, Emmanuel Dining Hall, Heifer International, the Latin American Community Center, and Habitat for Humanity are just a few of the many organizations that Sanford has supported.
Although our primary goal on MLK Day is to serve those in need, another key component of the day is ensuring that our students remember the work undertaken by Dr. King throughout his life by focusing on tolerance, peace, and service. To that end, guest speakers, assemblies, and educational activities have been woven into our days of service.” - Mark J. Anderson, Head of School Sanford has embraced service learning as part of our Guiding Principles. Research shows that its benefits not only include building character but also contributing to improved student engagement and academic achievement. Americorps provides resources for MLK Day of Service in the time of COVID. Additionally, the New York Times shares information about how to volunteer or donate to help others this school year.
“Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter.” - MLK, Jr.
Resources for families with students in preschool to 6th grade
HISTORY OF DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. AND CIVIL RIGHTS MOVEMENT A wealth of resources are available through Teaching Tolerance about MLK Day and Conversational Support.
CLICK HERE to view 4 kid-friendly videos about MLK Jr. Additional videos for kids are available from PBS Kids and Simply Kinder.
COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES Toca Boca, a digital toy company, explains the value and importance of community service in the development of children. They offer ideas of how families with children of all ages can engage in meaningful ways with service.
Americorp outlines examples of service projects for families with children from our youngest Warriors in Lower School through our Middle School-aged students. Consider projects such as making cards for nursing home residents and staff or making blankets for patients in hospitals. National Geographic discusses the importance of engaging children in volunteer activities and explains how to get started. The article, “Here’s how kids can volunteer, even from home,” guides readers through “step by step” conversations and projects to help your family embrace community service. Preview excerpts from 100 Ways to Make the World Better, a NatGeo Kids publication. This list of books curated by PBS will allow families the opportunity to learn the history of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
“I have a dream that my four little children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin, but by the content of their character.” - MLK, Jr.
Resources for families with students in 7th to 12th grade Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was a renowned public speaker. Watch his five most memorable speeches here. Dive deeper into the history of civil rights and the work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by watching the following documentaries: IT SUPPORT SOLUTIONS
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“A Time for Justice”
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“Eyes on the Prize”
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“Dr. King Launches the Poor Peoples’ Campaign”
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“King in the Wilderness”
The feature films, Selma (PG-13) and Ghosts of Mississippi (PG-13) tell the stories of two significant historical events. Representative John Lewis takes a look at Dr. King’s ideals in Reflections on a Dream Deferred. In the article, “Teaching about King’s Radical Approach to Social Justice,” Conshandra Dillard from Teaching Tolerance, explains that, “while Dr. Martin Luther King’s speeches and work are often sugarcoated, it’s important to [learn] that King championed economic justice and taught Black selflove while also pushing back against neutrality, imperialism and systemic racism.” Learn more through podcasts and audio stories: •
Check out Malcolm Gladwell’s Revisionist History, a podcast which reinterprets events, people, or ideas from history. Two recommended episodes are The Foot Soldier of Birmingham and Miss Buchanan’s Period of Adjustment.
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Explore short radio stories and excerpts from NPR.
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NPR’s Code Switch explores The Power Of Martin Luther King Jr.'s Anger in this 5-minute listen accompanied by a written article.
“Faith is taking the first step even when you don't see the whole staircase.” - MLK, Jr.
Events and Activities Families can virtually visit the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial in Washington, DC. or attend KING DAY: A Virtual Celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s birthday being hosted by the National Civil Rights Museum. Tune in to a reading of the virtual book Love Will See You Through, on January 16th, from 11 AM - 12 PM. On Monday, January 18th from 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM, the National Museum of African American History and Culture is hosting The People’s Holiday: A 45-minute concert of jazz and poetry. The National Civil Rights Museum is hosting a virtual MLK Day Celebration to “showcase Dr. King’s work and the history of how the national holiday came to be.” The event will include musical performances, a “read aloud” story, and more. Advanced registration is required. The Southern Poverty Law Center is hosting “a panel discussion commemorating the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.” on Friday, January 15th, at 12:00 PM. Advanced registration is required. Explore THROUGH HIS EYES: Youth Activism In Philadelphia's Civil Rights Era, an online exhibition presented by the African American Museum in Philadelphia.
Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that. - MLK, Jr.
ENJOY A VIDEO FROM THE SANFORD SCHOOL 2020 MLK DAY OF SERVICE
A note from the MLK Service Planning Team Sanford staff and faculty members representing each of our three divisions collaborate throughout the school year to organize and coordinate an annual MLK Day of Service. This resource booklet was built so Sanford families can explore the history of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, learn about the significance of community service, and hopefully find ways to honor Dr. King and what he stood for despite the pandemic. The MLK planning team encourages all Sanford families to make January 18, 2021 meaningful, and we hope you find this resource booklet helpful for you and your family. Heather Carlisle, Assistant to the Head of Lower School Jamy Haughey, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Director & Upper School Science Instructor Anna Littlefield, History & Global Studies Co-chair & Upper School History Instructor Max Schneider, Middle School Dean of Students & English Instructor Carlene Spencer, Assistant to the Head of Upper School Stan Waterman, Upper School Dean of Students & Assistant Athletic Director
“An individual has not started living until he can rise above the narrow confines of his individualistic concerns to the broader concerns of all humanity.� - MLK, Jr.