Photograph of Harry Jerome watching Valerie Jerome compete
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LOOK
Look at where Harry, Valerie’s brother, is standing in this photo. What might his location tell you about their relationship and how he supported her athletics?
THINK
Why do you think Valerie called her brother “this angel on my shoulder”? What might this mean?
Can you think of mentors in your life who support you and the development of your hobbies or interests?
DO
John Howard, Valerie and Harry’s grandfather, was also a track and field athlete, and represented Canada in the 1912 Olympics. He was the first Black athlete to compete for Canada. Put yourself in Grandfather John’s shoes when he was preparing to go to the Olympics. Can you think of some advice he might have given his grandchildren on becoming a successful athlete, physically and mentally?
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Date 1958
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- This is a photo of Harry Jerome watching his sister, Valerie, at the long-jump pit.
- The Jerome siblings supported each other throughout their training and travelled to many track and field events together, including the Olympics.
This is a photo of Harry Jerome watching his sister, Valerie, at the long-jump pit.
The Jerome siblings supported each other throughout their training. Valerie describes Harry as an angel on her shoulder who was always close by when she was competing.
They travelled to many track and field events together, including the Olympics.
This is a photo of Harry Jerome watching his sister, Valerie, at the long-jump pit.
The Jerome siblings supported each other throughout their training. Valerie describes Harry as an angel on her shoulder who was always close by when she was competing.
They travelled to many track and field events together, including the Olympics.
After retiring from sport, Valerie Jerome became an educator and taught for more than 35 years. She was also involved in politics. Harry pursued degrees in education and worked for the federal government’s Ministry of Sport.
- This is a photo of Harry Jerome watching his sister, Valerie, at the long-jump pit.
- The Jerome siblings supported each other throughout their training and travelled to many track and field events together, including the Olympics.
This is a photo of Harry Jerome watching his sister, Valerie, at the long-jump pit.
The Jerome siblings supported each other throughout their training. Valerie describes Harry as an angel on her shoulder who was always close by when she was competing.
They travelled to many track and field events together, including the Olympics.
This is a photo of Harry Jerome watching his sister, Valerie, at the long-jump pit.
The Jerome siblings supported each other throughout their training. Valerie describes Harry as an angel on her shoulder who was always close by when she was competing.
They travelled to many track and field events together, including the Olympics.
After retiring from sport, Valerie Jerome became an educator and taught for more than 35 years. She was also involved in politics. Harry pursued degrees in education and worked for the federal government’s Ministry of Sport.
Summary
- This is a photo of Harry Jerome watching his sister, Valerie, at the long-jump pit.
- The Jerome siblings supported each other throughout their training and travelled to many track and field events together, including the Olympics.
Essential
This is a photo of Harry Jerome watching his sister, Valerie, at the long-jump pit.
The Jerome siblings supported each other throughout their training. Valerie describes Harry as an angel on her shoulder who was always close by when she was competing.
They travelled to many track and field events together, including the Olympics.
In-Depth
This is a photo of Harry Jerome watching his sister, Valerie, at the long-jump pit.
The Jerome siblings supported each other throughout their training. Valerie describes Harry as an angel on her shoulder who was always close by when she was competing.
They travelled to many track and field events together, including the Olympics.
After retiring from sport, Valerie Jerome became an educator and taught for more than 35 years. She was also involved in politics. Harry pursued degrees in education and worked for the federal government’s Ministry of Sport.