2023 - 2024 GRANT EXAMPLE

Fish Weir Building with the Massachusett Tribe in Salem:
Weaving Indigenous History and Practice

Emily Flaherty and all 4th graders across the school district will collaborate with members of the Massachusetts Tribe in revitalizing an ancient tradition and rebuilding connections between people and the natural environment. The project is connected to work across our community, focused on relearning and retelling history, centering the voices of Indigenous people. Students will visit Cat Cove Marine Lab in Salem to participate in building a fish weir with members of the local Massachusetts Tribe. While at the site, students will learn about this Native American practice, have the opportunity to taste smoked fish, and learn about Indigenous culture that still exists today. While at Cat Cove students will also participate in erosion activities hosted by Salem Sound Coastwatch. Students will look back in history to understand the use of the land and how we may adapt to changes in the future, such as sea level rise and increased storm surge.

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