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Faculty: Martha Wheelock

Second Semester

Grades 11, 12

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Women's Studies/Gender Studies
This course approaches issues of gender, sex role stereotyping and the shifting roles of women and men in society by examining patterns that profoundly affect the tone and fabric of our culture. The reading consists of powerful short works, psychological and sociological studies, analyzing media and both historical &biographical works. Student papers examine gender issues in relation to the readings as well as student's own lives.

Women's History Assembly:

Students host Women's History Week in March by preparing art work, helping plan the assembly program, and hosting the guest speaker at assembly and reception. Past guest speakers include Gloria Steinem, Maya Angelou, Alice Walker, Amy Tan, and Sally Ride.

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