SPIN Girls Monthly Newsletter | February 2021
It's Black History Month!
Today marks the start of Black History Month. The theme for 2021 is Black Family: Representation, Identity and Diversity, which explores the African diaspora, and the spread of Black families across the United States. If you're interested in being inspired, check out this reading list that highlights 13 trailblazing Black women.
In this month's newsletter, you'll find a recap of our activities in January and what your students can look forward to in February. Let me know if you have any questions or concerns. - Nell
MONTHLY RECAP
Field Day: All cohorts got to see inside a lab at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center and heard from an amazing and inspiring panel of women who work there. From the panel, they learned about different educational and career paths available to them if they are interested in scientific research.
RESOURCES
Kick Off Black History Month With Ibram X. Kendi and Keisha N. Blain and a Host of Other Events: Week-long free virtual programming at the National Museum of African American History & Culture to celebrate Black History Month.
Picture Books Representing Black voices - A list of picture books by (majority) Black authors exploring topics related to Black Lives Matter movement values. Support a local Black-owned bookstore, by purchasing from Estelita’s Library or L.E.M.S Bookstore.
Washington State Dept. of Health “Phase Finder” - online resource to find out when you can get the vaccine and sign up for notifications when you’re eligible for it in Washington State.
Seattle Dept. of Transportation “Winter Weather” Planning - tips for staying safe during snowy, rainy, and icy conditions. Translations available in Spanish, Vietnamese, Somali, Amharic, and more.
LOOKING FORWARD
Field Day on February 27th from 10AM-12PM.
Summer Retreat will be held the week of July 12-16. Timing is TBD depending on whether or not we are able to meet safely in person, but assume an all day retreat schedule for now.