In the meantime… The 2012 public school General Obligation Bond that was pushed heavily in Black Miami-Dade neighborhoods has yielded three new campuses, and dozens of overhauled campuses. But of roughly $536 million spent or otherwise allocated to companies, only $21 million has gone to Black prime contractors. read more
Proud and excited to support and speak at Fathers MIA Spring Gala to stand in support of young ladies and provide scholarships toward their education. Proud of these men who are committed to stand up and provide, protect, and be present in the lives of our girls. Kudos to Gernald Hawkins Sr. and the visionaries…
Started the day off discussing issues of education, economics, and empowerment with the Women’s Democratic Club of Miami-Dade County. [vc_gallery type=”image_grid” images=”3284,3285,3286,3287,3288″]
Great day spending time with members of the 5000 Role Models of Excellence Project’s Mentor Job Shadowing Day. Georges Alexis and Brandon Williams are both graduating seniors from District 1 and Miami Norland Senior High School give me hope for the future of our young Black males. They also reminded many today to not paint…
Congratulations to Cisely Scott for being named 2017 Miami Dade County Public Schools Assistant Principal of the Year. I am so proud to have known you since you were 10 years old and even more proud of the dedicated professional educator and leader you’ve become. Continue to do great things for our children. [vc_gallery type=”image_grid”…
Celebrating Community Partners and the tremendous work done on behalf of our children. Children benefit when schools and communities work together. #OneCommunity #OneDistrict #AllSchools #AllChildren [vc_gallery type=”image_grid” images=”3242,3243,3244,3245,3246,3247,3248″]
In the meantime… Supporting Aspira Tech Expo! Great ideas and business plans on display by our students. #OneCommunity #OneDistrict #AllSchools #AllChildren [vc_gallery type=”image_grid” images=”3219,3220,3221,3222,3223,3224,3225,3226,3227,3228,3229,3230,3231,3232,3233,3234,3235,3236,3237,3238,3239″]
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Coach Louie Bing, Jr. Honoring and saluting the legendary Coach Louie Bing, Jr. and his lifelong commitment to children and youth. [vc_gallery type=”image_grid” images=”3207,3208,3209,3210,3211,3212,3213,3214″]
In the meantime… Saluting Championship Chess Team of Norwood Elementary School. They have a winning legacy at the district, state, and national levels. Congratulations to these students and the supportive adults in their lives. [vc_gallery type=”image_grid” images=”3200,3201,3202,3203,3204″]