Alexizendria Link and Linda Parham

Link’s and Parham’s innovative teaching idea, “UNITEY Culinary and Musical Arts,” (Understanding New Identifiers to Empower Youth), focuses on celebrating, increasing knowledge about and stimulating civic pride and cultural awareness of the historical accomplishments of notable persons of color from the Worcester area. In order to gain a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter, students will learn about African-American history by examining musical and culinary heritage. Music and food traditions are often rooted in historical meaning, so the team believes that studying them is essential to develop a complete cultural understanding. In addition to fostering leadership skills, civic accountability and creativity in students, Link and Parham hope this project will help unify the Worchester community.