APRIL 2023
In this newsletter, Peter Findler shares how the wisdom of our Advisory Board, a group that was put together a year ago this month, has helped us produce new programs that are having an immediate impact.
Read moreIn this newsletter, Peter Findler shares how the wisdom of our Advisory Board, a group that was put together a year ago this month, has helped us produce new programs that are having an immediate impact.
Read moreIn this newsletter, John Hamilton discusses our first veteran recruiting event at a craft bourbon distillery in Madison, Alabama earlier this month.
Read moreIn this newsletter, John Hamilton recounts a recent school visit to Mississippi where he met an educator who knew Leroy Homer, the co-pilot on United Flight 93.
Read moreIn this newsletter, John Hamilton recounts the story of Marvi, an Afghan refugee who received incredible support from friends of The 9:57 Project in 2021.
Read morePeter Findler outlines our new after-school program, a student-led podcast called “Operation CREST.” Subscribe to our newsletter at the957project.org/subscribe.
Read moreIn this newsletter, Peter Findler reflects on the life of Sergeant Alvin C. York, the power of partnering veterans and schools, and narrowing the civil-military divide. Subscribe at the957project.org/subscribe
Read moreIn this newsletter, John Hamilton relates a recent conversation that he had with a teacher on the subject of Queen Elizabeth II. Subscribe to our newsletter at www.the957project.org/subscribe
Read moreIn this newsletter, John Hamilton reflects on the astonishing image of the World Trade Center buildings taken from space on September 11th, 2001, and the stories embedded within the historic moment.
Read moreIn this newsletter, we welcome a new Advisory Board to our team as we continue to grow our impact. We are excited to see what this next chapter brings!
Read moreIn this newsletter, John Hamilton discusses the benefits of being part of something bigger than yourself, the memory of his friend Kevin, and the importance of a message of resilience for today's youth. Subscribe at the957project.org/subscribe
Read moreIn this newsletter, John Hamilton discusses three narratives of 9/11 that illustrate the best of humanity on the darkest of days. These stories hold the power to inspire and encourage young people to be more engaged citizens in their communities.
Read moreIn this newsletter, John Hamilton reflects on the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine, offering insights into history and the power of encouragement during conflict. Subscribe to our newsletter at www.the957project.org/subscribe.
Read moreIn this newsletter, John Hamilton reflects on the fog of an orphan war and the power of collateral effects. Subscribe to our newsletter at the957project.org/subscribe.
Read moreIn this newsletter, co-founder John Hamilton reflects on our Veterans Day trip to the National Flight 93 Memorial, working on Mr. David Beamer's "homework," and the gift of father-son relationships. Subscribe at the957project.org/subscribe
Read moreWe recount our first ever Veterans Day trip to the Flight 93 Memorial and David Beamer's special words of wisdom for our students. Subscribe to our newsletter at the957project.org/subscribe.
Read moreIn this post, we examine the difference between history and memory and how it impacts students. Subscribe to our newsletter at www.the957project.org/subscribe.
Read moreReflections on looking forward as we remember the 20th anniversary of September 11th, 2001. Subscribe to our newsletter at the957project.org/subscribe.
Read moreIn this newsletter, we include an excerpt from 9:57 Project co-founder Peter Findler’s “Acknowledgments and Introduction” section of our new curriculum guide, Lines of Fire: A Curriculum Guide Featuring 21st Century Wartime Correspondences.
Read moreIn this newsletter, co-founder John Hamilton discusses the connection between the actions of the passengers and crew of Flight 93 and the meaning of Memorial Day. Not a subscriber? Visit the957project.org/subscribe
Read moreA lesson plan from a forthcoming curriculum guide for educators featuring memorable student learning opportunities centered on 21st-century wartime correspondences. This lesson helps students see themselves in the selfless heroes of 9/11.
Read moreA veteran profile of 9:57 Project volunteer Cayton Johnson, former commander of the 2-17 Cavalry Squadron of the 101st Airborne Division that touches on life after the military and the power of the 9:57 Project to bridge the "civilian-military divide."
Read moreOur inaugural newsletter features a post by former Army Aviator and 9:57 Project co-founder John Hamilton. In the post, John details how the story of Flight 93 and subsequent work with the 9:57 Project has changed his life for the better.
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