Refusing to Forget: The Life of Jovita Idar

Monica Muñoz Martinez, Nicole G. Sintetos, Katie Vogel, and Ricardo Frasso Jaramillo
May 1, 2024

Activity, Activity Sheet, Article, Chart, Discussion Questions, Handout, Interview Questions, K-W-L Chart, Lesson Plan, Primary Source, Primary Source Document, Slideshow, Timeline, Transcript, Visual Guide, Writing Prompt

Jovita Idar was a journalist, teacher, nurse, feminist and civil rights pioneer who fought for the rights of Mexicans and Mexican Americans living in South Texas in the early 20th century. Throughout her life, Idar took a stand against oppression and advocated equality and freedom. The purpose of this lesson plan is to encourage the discussion and remembrance of a hero and to gain a better understanding of the context of Jovita Idar’s advocacy. While our nation’s history has recognized other civil rights activists, we have yet to fully recognize the accomplishments of this Laredo, Texas, native or to give her the proper place in our state’s historical memory.

See Lesson Plan See Slideshow Images

Share This Resource:

My Groups

You are not part of any groups. Click here to join one.

Latest News

What to Watch! Texas Private School Vouchers Go Live Amid Questions About Cost, Oversight and Impact

February 4, 2026 No Comments

Key takeaways Texas launched this week a universal private school voucher program with an initial $1 billion cost that is expected to grow. The program

Translate »