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Rosa Parks Visit

Year 2 had a visit from Rosa Parks this week. She told the children about women in history who have used their voice to make changes in the world. She retold her life and the importance of standing up for what you believe in. Inspirational!  

Year 2 had a visit from Rosa Parks this week. She told the children about women in history who have used their voice to make changes in the world. She retold her life and the importance of standing up for what you believe in. Inspirational!

 

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