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New Kent School and the George W. Watkins School: Lesson PlanNew Kent School and the George W. Watkins School: Lesson Plan
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New Kent School and the George W. Watkins School:

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Students research the U.S. Supreme Court case that forced the integration of public schools and meet the individuals who experienced segregation, fought to dismantle the institution, and integrated the public school system of New Kent County, Virginia.

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desegregation, segregation, virginia

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desegregation, george w. watkins, integration, new kent county, segregation, virginia, social studies
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9th - 12th
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Social Studies & History
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