Graduate of the 9/11 Museum Ambassador program and Museum volunteer.
2021 Webinar Video - John Spade
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This story was filmed as part of our Anniversary in the Schools program, which introduces students to first-person accounts of the 9/11 attacks. Participate in this year’s free program by completing this registration form.
Teaching Guides
We recommend screening Bill Spade’s webinar story before viewing John’s. Bill is John’s father.
As you listen to John’s story, think about the following questions:
How did John first learn about his father’s 9/11 story?
John said he would always remember when people came up to him after his father’s tours and say, “your dad is a hero.” Who are heroes in your own community? How do they go out of their way to help others?
What can you do to show gratitude or appreciation to a hero in your own community?
John said he would always remember when people came up to him after his father’s tours and say, “your dad is a hero.” Who in your life or community would you consider a hero? What sacrifices do they make to help others?
John mentioned that as he got older, he began to understand that his father’s story played into a much larger historical narrative. What effect did this have on John?
How does hearing from John, a young person with no memory of 9/11, help highlight the importance of commemorating the attacks?
How did John’s understanding of what happened on 9/11 change as he got older? What effect did this have on his life?
How does hearing from John, a young person with no memory of 9/11 who still has a very direct connection to the event, impact the way in which you understand the events of that day? How does John's story highlight the importance of commemoration?
Additional Resources
To learn more about John’s work as a Museum Ambassador, read his blog post. If you are interested in hearing other stories from 9/11 family members, visit our Webinar Stories Archive.
Graduate of the 9/11 Museum Ambassador program and Museum volunteer.
2021 Webinar Video - John Spade
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This story was filmed as part of our Anniversary in the Schools program, which introduces students to first-person accounts of the 9/11 attacks. Participate in this year’s free program by completing this registration form.
Teaching Guides
We recommend screening Bill Spade’s webinar story before viewing John’s. Bill is John’s father.
As you listen to John’s story, think about the following questions:
How did John first learn about his father’s 9/11 story?
John said he would always remember when people came up to him after his father’s tours and say, “your dad is a hero.” Who are heroes in your own community? How do they go out of their way to help others
What can you do to show gratitude or appreciation to a hero in your own community?
John said he would always remember when people came up to him after his father’s tours and say, “your dad is a hero.” Who in your life or community would you consider a hero? What sacrifices do they make to help others?
John mentioned that as he got older, he began to understand that his father’s story played into a much larger historical narrative. What effect did this have on John?
How does hearing from John, a young person with no memory of 9/11, help highlight the importance of commemorating the attacks?
How did John’s understanding of what happened on 9/11 change as he got older? What effect did this have on his life?
How does hearing from John, a young person with no memory of 9/11 who still has a very direct connection to the event, impact the way in which you understand the events of that day? How does John's story highlight the importance of commemoration?
Additional Resources
To learn more about John’s work as a Museum Ambassador, read his blog post. If you are interested in hearing other stories from 9/11 family members, visit our Webinar Stories Archive.
This story was filmed as part of our Anniversary in the Schools program, which introduces students to first-person accounts of the 9/11 attacks. Participate in this year’s free program by completing this registration form.
Teaching Guides
As you listen to Brielle’s story, think about the following questions:
Brielle talked about the way she grieved her father’s death and what helped her get through each day. What examples did she give?
What is one way in which Brielle honors her father’s memory today?
How does hearing one person’s story of this event help us remember 9/11? How can you help others honor and remember 9/11 in your own community?
How did Brielle’s age impact her grieving process? How did she find normalcy after 9/11?
Brielle said that her wedding date is a reminder that “life doesn’t work out the way you want it to but sometimes it works out the way it should.” What does this mean to you?
What is one way in which Brielle honors her father’s memory today?
9/11 had a far-reaching impact around the world. How does hearing one person’s personal story change or deepen your understanding of the 9/11 attacks?
What is one way in which Brielle honors her father’s memory? How was she influenced by his life and interests?
Describe how Brielle approached the grieving process at 10 years old. How did this process change as she got older?
Brielle said that her wedding date is a reminder that “life doesn’t always work out the way you want it to but sometimes it works out the way it should.” What does this mean to you? Could it apply to more recent events?
After 20 years, why is it important to remember the personal impact of tragedies like 9/11? How might this change the way you interpret more recent tragedies?
Additional Resources
Read a blog post to learn more about Brielle’s healing process after 9/11. To learn more about Brielle’s father, Victor J. Saracini, who was killed on 9/11 visit the Memorial Guide. If you’re interested in hearing more stories from 9/11 family members, visit our Webinar Stories archive.
This story was filmed as part of our Anniversary in the Schools program, which introduces students to first-person accounts of the 9/11 attacks. Participate in this year’s free program by completing this registration form.
Teaching Guides
As you listen to Brielle’s story, think about the following questions:
Brielle talked about the way she grieved her father’s death and what helped her get through each day. What examples did she give?
What is one way in which Brielle honors her father’s memory today?
How does hearing one person’s story of this event help us remember 9/11? How can you help others honor and remember 9/11 in your own community?
How did Brielle’s age impact her grieving process? How did she find normalcy after 9/11?
Brielle said that her wedding date is a reminder that “life doesn’t work out the way you want it to but sometimes it works out the way it should.” What does this mean to you?
What is one way in which Brielle honors her father’s memory today?
9/11 had a far-reaching impact around the world. How does hearing one person’s personal story change or deepen your understanding of the 9/11 attacks?
What is one way in which Brielle honors her father’s memory? How was she influenced by his life and interests?
Describe how Brielle approached the grieving process at 10 years old. How did this process change as she got older?
Brielle said that her wedding date is a reminder that “life doesn’t always work out the way you want it to but sometimes it works out the way it should.” What does this mean to you? Could it apply to more recent events?
After 20 years, why is it important to remember the personal impact of tragedies like 9/11? How might this change the way you interpret more recent tragedies?
Additional Resources
Read a blog post to learn more about Brielle’s healing process after 9/11. To learn more about Brielle’s father, Victor J. Saracini, who was killed on 9/11 visit the Memorial Guide. If you’re interested in hearing more stories from 9/11 family members, visit our Webinar Stories archive.
This story was filmed as part of our Anniversary in the Schools program, which introduces students to first-person accounts of the 9/11 attacks. Participate in this year’s free program by completing this registration form.
Teaching Guides
As you listen to Brielle’s story, think about the following questions:
Brielle talked about the way she grieved her father’s death and what helped her get through each day. What examples did she give?
What is one way in which Brielle honors her father’s memory today?
How does hearing one person’s story of this event help us remember 9/11? How can you help others honor and remember 9/11 in your own community?
How did Brielle’s age impact her grieving process? How did she find normalcy after 9/11?
Brielle said that her wedding date is a reminder that “life doesn’t work out the way you want it to but sometimes it works out the way it should.” What does this mean to you?
What is one way in which Brielle honors her father’s memory today?
9/11 had a far-reaching impact around the world. How does hearing one person’s personal story change or deepen your understanding of the 9/11 attacks?
What is one way in which Brielle honors her father’s memory? How was she influenced by his life and interests?
Describe how Brielle approached the grieving process at 10 years old. How did this process change as she got older?
Brielle said that her wedding date is a reminder that “life doesn’t always work out the way you want it to but sometimes it works out the way it should.” What does this mean to you? Could it apply to more recent events?
After 20 years, why is it important to remember the personal impact of tragedies like 9/11? How might this change the way you interpret more recent tragedies?
Additional Resources
Read a blog post to learn more about Brielle’s healing process after 9/11. To learn more about Brielle’s father, Victor J. Saracini, who was killed on 9/11 visit the Memorial Guide. If you’re interested in hearing more stories from 9/11 family members, visit our Webinar Stories archive.
This story was filmed as part of our Anniversary in the Schools program, which introduces students to first-person accounts of the 9/11 attacks. Participate in this year’s free program by completing this registration form.
Teaching Guides
As you listen to Brielle’s story, think about the following questions:
Brielle talked about the way she grieved her father’s death and what helped her get through each day. What examples did she give?
What is one way in which Brielle honors her father’s memory today?
How does hearing one person’s story of this event help us remember 9/11? How can you help others honor and remember 9/11 in your own community?
How did Brielle’s age impact her grieving process? How did she find normalcy after 9/11?
Brielle said that her wedding date is a reminder that “life doesn’t work out the way you want it to but sometimes it works out the way it should.” What does this mean to you?
What is one way in which Brielle honors her father’s memory today?
9/11 had a far-reaching impact around the world. How does hearing one person’s personal story change or deepen your understanding of the 9/11 attacks?
What is one way in which Brielle honors her father’s memory? How was she influenced by his life and interests?
Describe how Brielle approached the grieving process at 10 years old. How did this process change as she got older?
Brielle said that her wedding date is a reminder that “life doesn’t always work out the way you want it to but sometimes it works out the way it should.” What does this mean to you? Could it apply to more recent events?
After 20 years, why is it important to remember the personal impact of tragedies like 9/11? How might this change the way you interpret more recent tragedies?
Additional Resources
Read a blog post to learn more about Brielle’s healing process after 9/11. To learn more about Brielle’s father, Victor J. Saracini, who was killed on 9/11 visit the Memorial Guide. If you’re interested in hearing more stories from 9/11 family members, visit our Webinar Stories archive.
This story was filmed as part of our Anniversary in the Schools program, which introduces students to first-person accounts of the 9/11 attacks. Participate in this year’s free program by completing this registration form.
Teaching Guides
As you listen to Cait’s story, think about the following questions:
What kind of work were firefighters, like Lt. Joseph Leavey, doing at the World Trade Center?
Cait said that hearing her father’s calm voice on the radio calls was a gift. How did this help Cait after 9/11?
Cait’s father called her “his sunshine” and she described him as loving and supportive. Today, Cait creates a space where her own students can unleash their own “sunshine.” Who are the people in your life that support and encourage you?
Cait said that hearing her father’s calm voice on the radio calls was a gift. How did this help Cait after 9/11?
What was the purpose of America’s Camp and how did it impact Cait’s life?
In what ways does Cait say her father influences the way that she teaches? How does her story demonstrate the impact that 9/11 continues to have 20 years later?
How did hearing her father’s radio calls help Cait after 9/11?
What were firefighters, like Lt. Joseph Leavey, doing at the World Trade Center on 9/11? Based on the radio calls, what challenges might they have been facing?
What was the purpose of America’s Camp and how did it impact Cait’s grieving process?
How does Cait try to embody her father’s legacy in her work as a teacher? How does her story demonstrate the impact that 9/11 continues to have 20 years later?
Additional Resources
Read a blog post to learn more about Cait’s healing process after 9/11. To learn more about Cait’s father, Lt. Joseph Leavey, who was killed on 9/11 visit the Memorial Guide. If you’re interested in hearing from more stories from 9/11 family members, visit our Webinar Stories archive.
This story was filmed as part of our Anniversary in the Schools program, which introduces students to first-person accounts of the 9/11 attacks. Participate in this year’s free program by completing this registration form.
Teaching Guides
As you listen to Cait’s story, think about the following questions:
What kind of work were firefighters, like Lt. Joseph Leavey, doing at the World Trade Center?
Cait said that hearing her father’s calm voice on the radio calls was a gift. How did this help Cait after 9/11?
Cait’s father called her “his sunshine” and she described him as loving and supportive. Today, Cait creates a space where her own students can unleash their own “sunshine.” Who are the people in your life that support and encourage you?
Cait said that hearing her father’s calm voice on the radio calls was a gift. How did this help Cait after 9/11?
What was the purpose of America’s Camp and how did it impact Cait’s life?
In what ways does Cait say her father influences the way that she teaches? How does her story demonstrate the impact that 9/11 continues to have 20 years later?
How did hearing her father’s radio calls help Cait after 9/11?
What were firefighters, like Lt. Joseph Leavey, doing at the World Trade Center on 9/11? Based on the radio calls, what challenges might they have been facing?
What was the purpose of America’s Camp and how did it impact Cait’s grieving process?
How does Cait try to embody her father’s legacy in her work as a teacher? How does her story demonstrate the impact that 9/11 continues to have 20 years later?
Additional Resources
Read a blog post to learn more about Cait’s healing process after 9/11. To learn more about Cait’s father, Lt. Joseph Leavey, who was killed on 9/11 visit the Memorial Guide. If you’re interested in hearing from more stories from 9/11 family members, visit our Webinar Stories archive.
This story was filmed as part of our Anniversary in the Schools program, which introduces students to first-person accounts of the 9/11 attacks. Participate in this year’s free program by completing this registration form.
Teaching Guides
As you listen to Cait’s story, think about the following questions:
What kind of work were firefighters, like Lt. Joseph Leavey, doing at the World Trade Center?
Cait said that hearing her father’s calm voice on the radio calls was a gift. How did this help Cait after 9/11?
Cait’s father called her “his sunshine” and she described him as loving and supportive. Today, Cait creates a space where her own students can unleash their own “sunshine.” Who are the people in your life that support and encourage you?
Cait said that hearing her father’s calm voice on the radio calls was a gift. How did this help Cait after 9/11?
What was the purpose of America’s Camp and how did it impact Cait’s life?
In what ways does Cait say her father influences the way that she teaches? How does her story demonstrate the impact that 9/11 continues to have 20 years later?
How did hearing her father’s radio calls help Cait after 9/11?
What were firefighters, like Lt. Joseph Leavey, doing at the World Trade Center on 9/11? Based on the radio calls, what challenges might they have been facing?
What was the purpose of America’s Camp and how did it impact Cait’s grieving process? How does Cait try to embody her father’s legacy in her work as a teacher? How does her story demonstrate the impact that 9/11 continues to have 20 years later?
Additional Resources
Read a blog post to learn more about Cait’s healing process after 9/11. To learn more about Cait’s father, Lt. Joseph Leavey, who was killed on 9/11 visit the Memorial Guide. If you’re interested in hearing from more stories from 9/11 family members, visit our Webinar Stories archive.
This story was filmed as part of our Anniversary in the Schools program, which introduces students to first-person accounts of the 9/11 attacks. Participate in this year’s free program by completing this registration form.
Teaching Guides
As you listen to Cait’s story, think about the following questions:
What kind of work were firefighters, like Lt. Joseph Leavey, doing at the World Trade Center?
Cait said that hearing her father’s calm voice on the radio calls was a gift. How did this help Cait after 9/11?
Cait’s father called her “his sunshine” and she described him as loving and supportive. Today, Cait creates a space where her own students can unleash their own “sunshine.” Who are the people in your life that support and encourage you?
Cait said that hearing her father’s calm voice on the radio calls was a gift. How did this help Cait after 9/11?
What was the purpose of America’s Camp and how did it impact Cait’s life?
In what ways does Cait say her father influences the way that she teaches? How does her story demonstrate the impact that 9/11 continues to have 20 years later?
How did hearing her father’s radio calls help Cait after 9/11?
What were firefighters, like Lt. Joseph Leavey, doing at the World Trade Center on 9/11? Based on the radio calls, what challenges might they have been facing?
What was the purpose of America’s Camp and how did it impact Cait’s grieving process? How does Cait try to embody her father’s legacy in her work as a teacher? How does her story demonstrate the impact that 9/11 continues to have 20 years later?
Additional Resources
Read a blog post to learn more about Cait’s healing process after 9/11. To learn more about Cait’s father, Lt. Joseph Leavey, who was killed on 9/11 visit the Memorial Guide. If you’re interested in hearing from more stories from 9/11 family members, visit our Webinar Stories archive.