The Waldron's Dilemma Educator's Kit (WDEK)
brings the practical lessons
of a WWII hero's service into the classroom
REQUEST THE KIT
LtCDR Waldron's story is conversation worthy and relevant.
Today's students deserve a chance to experience the coveted qualty of "Leadership" as it is lived out in real-life scenarios. All-to-often, the concept of Leadership is prescribed as a checklist or a style that can be copied and replicated.
"South Dakota Warrior" is the true story of LtCDR John C. Waldron and his fateful moment with history during the Battle of Midway. Had Waldron not acted as he did, it's very likely WWII would have taken longer, consumed more resources and cut-short many, many, many more lives. But would YOU do what Waldron did? This is the challenge that Leaders - future and current - must consider.
WDEK INCLUDES:
You do not want to come back and bring shame upon your family...
"South Dakota Warrior" featured expert
Francis Whitebird describes the warrior ethos of the Lakota
Combat Medic (Vietnam War) and Lakotan
SUPPORTERS
NO COST (limited time)
WDEK CONTENTS
SD EDUCATION STANDARDS
STUDENT LEVEL
No cost (for a limited time) ---------
A limited number of "Waldron's Dilemma" Educator's Kits are available to bona fide educators, trainers and leaders with priority going to South Dakota educators.
Contents ---------
The "Waldron's Dilemma" Educator's Kit arrives as a turn-key program. It contains:
A. A unique link to South Dakota Warrior OGTA episode
B. The Waldron's Dillema .pdf (9 pages) including history on LtCDR Waldron (written by Barrett Tillman) and background on the Battle of Midway
C. Unpublished photos of LtCDR Waldron and family, production stills of Waldron's artifacts and the OGTA episode and aviation artwork by aviation artist John Mollison
D. 15 cut-out TBD Devastator and A6M2 "Zero-Sen" aircraft (Click here - these are cool!)
Waldron's Dilemma meets SD Education Standards ---------
Waldron's Dilemma currently meets at least 16 established standards within the criteria set by the South Dakota Board of Education.
Within the area of English/Language Arts: 11-12.W.1, 11-12.W.2, 11-12.W.3, 11-12.W.4, 11-12.W.5, 11-12.W.7, 11-12.W.8 and 11-12.W.9
Within the area of Literacy in History/Social Studies: 11-12.RI.1, 11-12.RI.2, 11-12.RI.3, 11-12.RI.4, 11-12.RH.6, 11-12.RH.7, 11-12.RH.8, 11-12.RH.9
For a detailed criteria and analysis by Joel Price, Ed.D of the Stanley Cty. School District, click here.
Best Audience ---------
Waldron's Dilemma gives important Historical information on the Battle of Midway. It is also contains a lesson plan about personal ethics, values and how the "greater good" is perceived. As these concepts are typically geared towards more mature thinkers, the following audiences are recommended:
Advanced/Accelerated Jr. High/Middle schoolers
High School
College/University
Corporate training
Team retreats
Powerful support ---------
"Waldron's Dilemma" has been made available, without charge to qualified Educators via the support of leaders who value the lessons of History.
ARE YOU INTERESTED?
Tell use a bit about you and your organization via Registration Form
AFTER THAT...
Once your request has been approved, you'll receive WDEK some time after January 5, 2018.
"GET A HIT!"
Once you receive your WDEK, put it into play with your class or group!
Waldron's story inspires people to look closely at their personal values.
Though a highly respected ophthalmic surgeon, Dr. David West M.D. is also passionate about promoting American history to the very people who benefit most from the past's lessons: all Americans. Dr. West was the catalyst for the creation of the South Dakota Warrior OGTA episode.
David West, MD
Ophthalmologist, History advocate
Historic preservation, Patriotism and Education...
Taking the DAR philosophies of historic preservation, promotion of patriotism, and support of education as its guide, the Mary Chilton DAR Foundation is dedicated to funding programs such as "Waldron's Dilemma" that enhance the quality of life in South Dakota (and more).
MARY CHILTON DAR FOUNDATION
South Dakota Chapter
It is important we remember the sacrifice of Native Americans!
Mansour Karim is an immigrant, American citizen, South Dakotan, entrepreneur and philanthropist with a passion for ensuring that stories of strong, successful leaders of Native American heritage such as LtCDR Waldron are made available to the public.
Mansour Karim
American philanthropist
Ready to tackle Waldron's Dilemma?
A LIMITED NUMBER OF EDUCATOR'S KITS
are available, FREE OF CHARGE (with preference to South Dakotans)
WALDRON'S DILEMMA ED. KIT
WDEK is a toolkit for bringing the story of John Waldron into the classroom and produced
as part of the award-winning
Old Guys and Their Airplanes series
hosted by writer/artist/producer
John Mollison
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