![]() ![]() ![]() An extension of the identity work she does with Ellis’ middle schoolers during DEI advisory lessons, Dr. Denise LaRosa, Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, visits Amy Rigsby’s English class and leads them in a pre-lesson before the unit begins. To prepare the seventh graders to better understand and be able to discuss the subject matter of Flygirl, Dr. In order to fulfill her dream of becoming a pilot, Ida must rely on her lighter skin to hide her identity as a woman of color, which she soon learns is a heavy burden to bear. Now in its second year of being read as part of the grade 7 English curriculum, Flygirl provides an enriching and interactive learning experience that incorporates elements of English, history, and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).įlygirl tells the fictional story of Ida Mae Jones, whose greatest passion is to fly. Smith about a young Black woman who trains to be a WASP (Women Airforce Service Pilot) during World War II. Enter Flygirl, an award-winning novel by Sherri L. ![]()
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