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African Heritage (Black History) Month

In February, the ÎÛÎÛÂþ»­ celebrates African Heritage (Black History) Month. Thanks to the Honourable Jean Augustine who introduced the motion in the House of Commons in December 1995, February is recognized as Black History Month across Canada. At the ÎÛÎÛÂþ»­, a motion to recognize African Heritage (Black History) Month was carried in January 2002 and reaffirmed again in January 2004.

 

People of African descent have a rich legacy of cultural practices and traditions across generations. The Centre of Excellence for Black Student Achievement in collaboration with various community educators is excited to offer diverse learning experiences focused on honouring and affirming African, African-Caribbean and Black students' identities. These African-centred programming and learning experiences provide opportunities for students, staff, caregivers and community members. A menu is available for February. 

 

Parenting for Liberation – In Conversation with Trina Greene Brown

 

Join the Parent/Caregiver and Community Engagement Office in collaboration with the Centre of Excellence for Black Student Achievement for Parenting for Liberation – In Conversation with Trina Greene Brown. We invite parents and caregivers who identify as Black and/or are raising Black children to engage in a powerful storytelling experience. We will explore ways to amplify Black children’s voices and nurture joyful Black families.

 

Presenter: Trina Greene Brown is the creator of Parenting for Liberation, a virtual platform launched in 2016 featuring blogs and podcasts that aim to connect, inspire, and uplift Black parents. An activist and mother of two, she is also a member of the Resonance Network and the Move to End Violence. She was recently named the 2017 Black Feminist Rising by Black Women’s Blueprint and an Inspirational Parent in 2018 by CADRE. She is the author of Parenting for Liberation: A Guide for Raising Black Children.

 

Date: February 5, 2025

Time: 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Location: Virtual

 

Pre-Kindergarten to Kindergarten Africentric 10th Year Anniversary Event

 

The Centre of Excellence for Black Student Achievement in collaboration with Early Years Department welcomes Black families and families raising Black children to the Pre-Kindergarten - Kindergarten Africentric 10th Year Anniversary Event.

 

This event features a Caregiver & Keynote Workshop by Dr. Kerry-Ann Escayg along with interactive Africentric learning experiences for Black children.

 

Date: February 22, 2025

Time: 10 a.m. - Noon

Location: Centre of Excellence for Black Student Achievement, Winston Churchill C.I. – 2239 Lawrence Avenue E. Scarborough.

 

There are additional opportunities for ÎÛÎÛÂþ»­ students and staff that can be found on the internal website.