2021-2022
At a Crossroad – Where Do We Go From Here: Chaos or Community?
In the wake of the 2008 financial crisis and the effects of the current pandemic, there has been a renewed attempt to rediscover Dr. King’s legacy, with attention to Dr. King’s view of economic justice, faith-based vision of America as well as his globalism. His legacy goes beyond the passage of specific legislation and encompasses his vision for humanity. Dr. King, inspired by his faith, points toward a new, different kind of America. Although Dr. King lived in the past, his vision still compellingly speaks for the present and future of humanity.
2019-2020
Today, in light of the modern struggles for fair voting rights, what would you do if you were given the ballot?
2016-2017
Elementary School (grades 4-5)
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. — A Symbol of Love
Look into Dr. King’s family, church and community and tell us what he did to become a symbol of love.
Middle School (grades 6-8)
What needs to be done today to bring Dr. King’s vision to reality?
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was a great Civil Rights leader who envisioned the best life for all people. He led marches for jobs, justice and peace. He told us, “Why We Can’t Wait” any longer for these things to happen.
High School (grades 9-12)
What promised land was Dr. King referring to and how do we get there?
On the night before the Reverend Martin Luther King, Jr. was assassinated, he made a poignant and prophetic speech. He said, “I’ve been to the mountain top, and I’ve looked over, and I’ve seen the Promised Land. I may not get there with you, but I want you to know tonight, that we as a people, will get to the Promised Land!”