Completion of script for 30 minute video dramatizing story of a Chicano high school student from East LA who voluntarily chooses to accompany his Nisei friends when incarcerated and becomes active in redress movement 40 years later. CD is an interactive and interdisciplinary format geared for students 10 years old and above.
Project includes video, CD-ROM, curriculum guide and training of teachers.
Two of six scenes completed. National collegiate Day of Remembrance and 3 forums on various subjects related to the incarceration. Includes reflections from Nisei student editors, history of incarceration and resources of educators. Presentation to Journalism Education Association and distribution via JA vernaculars. Additional Bay Area workshop scheduled in near future.