Read more about how history changed course due to the following five influential figures. Looking for other articles about Black History? You can also check out our recent post about influential Black computer scientists and engineers.
Month: February 2021
FLVS Students Host Second Online Game Jam
This post was written by Irene Pynn-Cunha, FLVS Coding Club sponsor, with an accompanying interview by News in a Click contributor Destiny Johnson. On September 26, 2020, FLVS students gathered virtually for…
3 Reasons to Participate in Random Acts of Kindness Day
February 17 marks the day that reminds people to show their appreciation by doing a random act of kindness. Not only does being kind bring a smile to someone’s face, but it…
Computers are a Science: Celebrating Black Computer Scientists and Engineers
This article is the fifth in an ongoing series by Gwen Barret and Destiny Johnson and shines a light on Black Computer Scientists and Engineers that have made contributions…
The Origin of Valentine’s Day
Every February, we celebrate Cupid’s effect on the world, for we all are familiar with and anticipate the traditional holiday that celebrates all things pertaining to ‘love.’ However, what really is Valentine’s day, and how did it come to be?
How to Make Chocolate Molten Cakes
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner! Many FLVS students and staff members might be rushing to find the perfect easy desserts that they can whip up to impress their families, friends, significant others, spouses, or other…
Dogs: How They Became Man’s Best Friend
Whether your dog loves to play or sleep all day, everyone loves their dog. But how were dogs domesticated from wolves, and when did they become man’s best friend? From Wolves to…
Black History Month: Whitney Houston
Whitney Houston was born on August 9, 1963 in Newark, New Jersey. She has had a connection with music all her life as she grew up in a musical family. Her mom was a legendary figure in American gospel, soul, and pop music.
First K-Pop Group to be #1 Billboard Hot 100
The “Bulletproof Boy Scouts,” better known as BTS, is a South Korean K-pop group with seven members under Big Hit Entertainment. BTS made their debut on July 13, 2013, with the album…
A Futuristic Approach to Disinfecting
UBTECH has taken the spotlight in context of the current global concern: fighting COVID-19. With their newly introduced Adibot technology, the company has set high hopes for schools and other buildings to safely open once more.