First African American Female Astronaut Inspires Philadelphia Students

First African American Female Astronaut Inspires Philadelphia Students

 

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — A Philadelphia public school had a very special visitor on Wednesday, who brought an unusual message to motivate students. The Kearney School, in Northern Liberties, hosted the first African-American woman in space.

Dr. Mae Jemison is the prize in a contest called “Win a Day with Mae,” sponsored by Bayer, to encourage science in schools. Kearney, with its arts-infused curriculum, might seem an unlikely winner but the astronaut’s message made clear why it was the perfect choice.

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