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Meeting Date:
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2/22/2022 - 5:30 PM
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Category:
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8.0 SPECIAL RESOLUTIONS
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Type:
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Action
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Subject:
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2022 Black History Month Proclamation
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Strategic Plan Alignment:
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Enclosure
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File Attachment:
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Summary:
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The Board of Education is asked to proclaim February 2022 as Black History Month.
PROCLAMATION
BLACK HISTORY MONTH
February 2022
WHEREAS, Harvard-trained historian Carter G. Woodson, noted Black scholar and the son of formerly enslaved parents, first established Black History Week on February 12, 1926; and
WHEREAS, this celebration was expanded into Black History Month in 1976; and
WHEREAS, Black History Month is a time to reflect on, celebrate and learn about the many contributions and achievements of Black Americans throughout history; and
WHEREAS, Black History Month is a time for all Americans to remember the stories, teachings, suffering, struggles, strengths and triumphs of Black Americans who gave a voice to the daily struggles for freedom, equality, diversity, equity and inclusion; and
WHEREAS, the District is committed to celebrating and recognizing the contributions of Black Americans, Black Coloradans, and Black District 60 students and staff;
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Pueblo School District No. 60 Board of Education proclaims the month of February 2022 as Black History Month in District 60 schools.
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Funding:
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Recommendation:
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The Board of Education proclaims February 2022 as Black History Month as presented in the February 22, 2022 Board materials.
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Approvals:
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Recommended By:
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Signed By:
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Andy Burns - Executive Director of Intervention and Student Support Services
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Signed By:
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Charlotte Macaluso - Superintendent
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