historical figures & events

Kindergarten students learn about Betsy Ross, an American upholsterer who was credited with making the first American flag

First grade students learn about the historical and cultural context of the Statue of Liberty and the man who designed it.

Second Grade students learn about the artist, Emanuel Leutze and his fictional painting of George Washington, plus Caroline Weldon who painted the only portrait of Sitting Bull.

The third graders will learn about Clara Barton, the founder of the American Red Cross.

Fourth Graders learn about gold miners in California and the California Missions. 

Fifth grade students learn about artists who painted Native Americans.