
Season 5 Episode 5: Hands-On History
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01/08/25 • 21 min
In this episode of From the Horse’s Mouth, host Jay Barron dives into the rich, complex history of the Sardis area with faculty members David Harris and Thamar Lebrón, alongside senior Aashir Sura '25. Together, they explore hands-on ways to teach history through a local lens, using the stories of a nearby enslaved cemetery dating back to the 1600s to engage students beyond the textbook. Discover how the past shapes our present and why understanding local history is essential to shaping our future. Tune in for a powerful look at the history in our own backyard.
In this episode of From the Horse’s Mouth, host Jay Barron dives into the rich, complex history of the Sardis area with faculty members David Harris and Thamar Lebrón, alongside senior Aashir Sura '25. Together, they explore hands-on ways to teach history through a local lens, using the stories of a nearby enslaved cemetery dating back to the 1600s to engage students beyond the textbook. Discover how the past shapes our present and why understanding local history is essential to shaping our future. Tune in for a powerful look at the history in our own backyard.
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