American Heroes

"American Heroes" is a multi-disciplinary program which examines how individuals from all economic, social, religious and cultural backgrounds emerge as "heroes." The student's definition of hero is expanded beyond that of the modern day sports, music and television celebrities. The program helps students realize that, although uncelebrated, they are surrounded by "heroes" and excellent role models in the form of their peers, teachers and parents. Musical instruments including guitar, mandolin, banjo, harmonica, violin and bass violin as well as home-made instruments, such as the washboard, jaw harp, diddley-bow, washtub bass, kazoo and percussion shakers will be introduced. Students hold a final performance of their own songs with a ROAM backup band. "Latin American Heroes" is a program variation. (Students will record the songs they have written with professional musicians, and each student will receive a copy of their recording.)