Women's History Month

It's March, which means it's Women's History Month. This month is used to commemorate and honor women who have impacted the world with their inventions. Without them, we would have not made progress, so we must thank them. History was paved by some icons such as Marie Curie, Rosa Parks, and Harriet Tubman. Let's celebrate women's rights now

Marie Curie

Not only is our school named after but Marie Curie also founded 2 elements on the periodic table. Her findings are impactful, but also inspiring. Her research, perseverance, and hard working skills provides an impactful and inspiring environment for young women across the globe. Fun Fact: Marie Curie was actually buried twice.

Kamala Harris

Kamala Harris was the first African American Asian to be vice president. She told people to embrace who they are and to value education. She, among other things, was an advocate for mental health. She also reduced gun violence and was extremely passionate about women having rights over their own bodies. Fun Fact: She wrote a children’s book in 2019 which showed that superheros were everywhere.

Malala Yousafzai

Malala Yousafzai was the youngest person to earn a Nobel Peace Prize at just the age of 17. Like many other great females she was an advocate for education and mental health rights. She also co-founded an organization which gave free, safe, quality education for girls. Fun Fact: She is named after Malalai of Maiwand, a famous Pashtun poet and warrior woman from southern Afghanistan.

Oprah Winfrey

Oprah Winfrey was the world's first Black female multi-billionaire, media philanthropy, and cultural leader. She worked alongside former President Bill Clinton to create a bill to convict child abusers and sent them to jail. She also starred in a multitude of movies, like the Princess and the Frog, A wrinkle in time, Charlotte's web, and the Bee movie. Fun Fact: Oprah Winfrey's name was originally spelled Orpah on her birth certificate, taken from the biblical Book of Ruth. It was changed to "Oprah" because people frequently misspelled and mispronounced it, switching the 'p' and 'r'.

Ruby Bridges

Ruby Bridges is an influential female who paved the way for female education. She was the first black female to attend a public school. After facing much criticism attending a school but didn't care. She attended school either way and got a greater education, which inspired women and young girls across the globe to pursue their dreams. Fun Fact: Ruby's parents and grandparents were sharecroppers in Mississippi before her family moved to New Orleans in search of better opportunity

Susan B. Anthony

Susan B. Anthony is a pioneering American social reformer and women's rights activist. Her nickname the “The Great Reformer” for fighting for leadership and women’s right to vote and their rights. Without Susan, we women would not have rights to vote. However, and now it is a privilege for women to vote, so we shall use the right wisely. Fun Fact: She is known for a famous nursery rhyme about a woman's rights activist that ends with the line "Vote! Said the lady with the alligator purse".

Abigail Adams

Abigail Adams was married to John Adams. She was an advocate for women's rights. She wrote a letter to her husband stating that women had the same rights as men during the war.  She highlighted the importance of women and how they impact the entire word. She was also an advocate for women's education. Fun Fact: Abigail actually had no education growing up.

Eliza Hamilton

Eliza Hamilton was an advocate to abolish slavery after her husband Alexander Hamilton passed away. She raised funds for the Washington Monument in Washington D.C. She made the first orphanage and helped raise a multitude of children. Eliza also helped publish all of Hamilton's ideas. Fun Fact: She was also known as Betsey.

Katherine Johnson

Known as the “Human Computer”, Katerine Johnson was a pioneering NASA mathematician. She helped calculate the safety rate and the launch trajectory of rockets and made sure they were safe to ride. Although people underestimated her for her skin color, she didn’t give up. She powered through working day and night living off a coffee from a pot none of  her co-workers wanted to touch. Fun Fact: Her IQ score was estimated to be 160, which is close to Albert Einstein’s IQ which was about 170.

Eleanor Roosevelt

Eleanor Roosevelt was born on October 11, 1884 in New York City. The name some call her  is the “First Lady of The United States”  and she spoke out about human rights, women’s rights, and equality rights.. She had a lot of courage and was a big part of why the world is the way it is today! Fun Fact: Eleanor Roosevelt was the longest-serving First Lady in U.S. history, holding the position for over 12 years from March 4, 1933, to April 12, 1945. 

Amelia Earhart

In 1932, she became the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean. This was a very big achievement since at the time, women faced a lot of sexism. Her determination and courage is an inspiration for the women of the future.

Women leave a HUGE impact on the world. Whether it be your mom or your teacher, they are all contributing to a bigger cause to benefit the world. Remember that they brought you into this world. Don't forget to hug your mom and tell her you love her. Happy Women's History Month!!