"How wonderful it is that nobody need wait a single moment before starting to improve the world." Remembering and honouring all the victims and survivors of the Holocaust of World War Two. #HolocaustMemorialDay#learnfromthepast#neverforget@HBK_School
The UK Ceremony for #HolocaustMemorialDay will be streamed online for the first time ever at 7pm tonight.
Join us to remember all those affected by the Holocaust and genocide and build a better future.
Click below the link to watch the ceremony.
#HMD2021#LightTheDarkness
If there are any small items of equipment that students would benefit from having at home, please contact your SSO to discuss how we can get these to you. This might include a mini whiteboard and pen, blank exercise books and other items of stationery #HBKCommunity#HereToHelp
The Union Jack flying proudly over Hinchingbrooke House today as we commemorate 102 years since the guns fell silent. โAt the going down of the sun and in the morning. We will remember them.โ #HbkRemembers@HBK_School
On this day in 1940, Brazilian legend Pele was born. He is arguably the greatest footballer of all time. What role do sportspeople play in inspiring people and uniting communities? #onthisday#blackhistorymonth@HBK_School@HBKPE_Sports https://t.co/pZHBsuoIpu
Attention Year 7! We are happy to announce the 2020 Castle Competition is now open! Earn house points, win prizes! Watch the video to learn more! Deadline is November 6th! @HBK_School@HBKYear7 https://t.co/YWf0Himagm
On this day in 1953, Clarence S Greene became the first black man in America to be certified as a neurological surgeon. What does this mean? Why do you think it is significant? Why could people see him as a role model? ย #onthisday#blackhistorymonth@HBK_School
On this day in 1979, the Black Fashion Museum was opened in Harlem by Lois Alexander to celebrate the work and contributions of black designers. Why would this be needed? Why is it important to recognise peoples work? #onthisday#blackhistorymonth@HBK_School
Attention Year 7! We are happy to announce the 2020 Castle Competition is now open! Earn house points, win prizes! Watch the video to learn more! Deadline is November 6th! @HBK_School@HBKYear7 https://t.co/YWf0Himagm
On this day in 1914, Fayard Nicholas was born. He and his brother are famous for their incredibly intricate dance routines. They were a featured act at the Cotton Club in NYC. How hard do you think this dance was? #onthisday#blackhistorymonth@HBK_School https://t.co/UWGAoGwp0F
On this day in 1968, Wyomia Tyus becomes the first woman to win a gold medal in the 100 meter race in two consecutive Olympic games (1964 Tokyo & 1968 Mexico City). What sacrifices do you think you must make to become an Olympic athlete?#onthisday#blackhistorymonth@HBK_School
On this day in 1964, Martin Luther King was awarded the Noble Peace Prize. He, along with many others, spent years fighting for racial equality. Listen to his acceptance speech. What message is he sending? #onthisday#blackhistorymonth@HBK_School https://t.co/ffVuYi8JLx
On this day in 1914, Garrett Morgan invented a face covering that would evolve into the first gas mask. This invention became crucial to soldiers fighting in WWI, saving thousands of lives. Can you think of another live saving invention? #onthisday#blackhistorymonth@HBK_School
On this day in 1999, NBA legend Wilt Chamberlain passed away. He is the only player to score 100 points in a game and one of the best players of all time. What impact can sporting role models have? #onthisday#blackhistorymonth@HBK_School@HBKPE_Sports https://t.co/nPGW12H1Sc
On this day in 1887, Alexander Miles patented the automatic elevator door. It is said he was riding an elevator with his daughter when he realised the danger of getting trapped in the manual doors. What problem might you solve one day? #onthisday#blackhistorymonth@HBK_School
On this day in 1917, Jazz composer Thelonious Monk was born. He once said โThe piano ain't got no wrong notes.โ What do you think he meant by this? #onthisday#blackhistorymonth@HBK_School@MusicHbk https://t.co/hEhS6U1gWA
On this day in 1895, Eugene Bullard, nicknamed the "Black Swallow of Death" was born. He was an America born fighter pilot, denied the right to fly for the USA, who fought instead for France in WWI. Do you know anyone who fought in WWI? #onthisday#blackhistorymonth@HBK_School