

Included in the resources is a collaborative activity encouraging civic engagement and self-reflection that demonstrates for students how to map out good deed goals. We’re pleased to work with Discovery Education to help inspire a spirit of collaboration by discovering the compassion and unity that arose out of the tragic events of 9/11.” Winuk’s brother, Glenn Winuk, was an attorney and volunteer firefighter and EMT who died in the line of duty when the World Trade Center South Tower collapsed.Īccompanying digital materials created by Discovery Education’s expert curriculum and content designers help educators integrate the virtual experience into any lesson plan. “From collaborating in school projects to connecting through virtual classes, togetherness is a defining factor of learning. “Students know and understand the power of collaboration,” said Jay Winuk co-founder & executive vice president of 9/11 Day.

These leaders include Jay Winuk, a 9/11 family member of a first responder and co-founder of the September 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance (“9/11 Day”) Terri Tobin, the Chief of Interagency Operations for the New York City Police Department, who was injured in the line of duty on 9/11 and is also a 9/11 family member and Hillary O’Neill, a college student who was born on September 11, 2001. Students will hear from their peers about the power of good deeds, as well as from other leaders. During this event, students will meet Jenna Bush Hager, co-host of NBC’s Today with Hoda & Jenna, in a town-hall-style session at the 9/11 Tribute Museum. Discovery Education is the worldwide edtech leader whose state-of-the-art digital platform supports learning wherever it takes place.ĭeveloped for students born after September 11, 2001, this experience highlights ways people in the United States came together during and after the terrorist attacks. Premiering September 7th at 1 PM ET, the 20th Anniversary of 9/11: Paying Tribute Through Good Deeds VFT shows students how good deeds can honor the past and build a brighter tomorrow. Silver Spring, Md., (Thursday, Septem/3BL Media/ – To honor the 20th anniversary of 9/11, Discovery Education and the 9/11 Day nonprofit invite students to join the engaging new 20th Anniversary of 9/11: Paying Tribute Through Good Deeds virtual field trip (VFT). View additional multimedia and more ESG storytelling from International Paper Company on 3blmedia.To honor the 20th anniversary of 9/11, Discovery Education and the 9/11 Day nonprofit invite students to join the engaging new 20th Anniversary of 9/11: Paying Tribute Through Good Deeds virtual field trip (VFT). Learn more or make a donation by vising. Take a moment to #ShineALight for 9/11 Day to remember and honor their lives this weekend by encouraging hope and resilience in your community through their memory. Simple acts of kindness in the communities where we live and work are wonderful ways to honor the American citizens whose lives changed forever during and following the Sept. Pick up trash in a public area in your community. Schedule time to volunteer safely in your community. This 9/11 Day, honor the fallen by taking a moment to:ĭonate clothing you’ve outgrown or no longer wear.ĭonate to the 9/11 Day Fund or a charity of your choice.ĭrop off canned food items to your local food bank or pantry. #ShineALight for 9/11 Day is a powerful way for you, your colleagues and others in your community to participate virtually through good deeds you can perform on your own, with your families and with your friends. 11 through good deeds that promote unity and understanding.

11 as well as the many rescue and recovery personnel and members of our military who bravely rose in service in response to Sept. This act of service is part of a nationwide event hosted by the 9/11 Day organization to honor the Americans lost on Sept.
