Review Agenda Item
Meeting Date: 1/30/2024 - 6:00 PM
Category: 8.0 SPECIAL RESOLUTIONS
Type: Action
Subject: 2024 Black History Month Proclamation
Strategic Plan Alignment:
Enclosure
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Summary: BLACK HISTORY MONTH PROCLAMATION
February 2024


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 2024 as Black History Month in District 60 schools.
Funding:
Recommendation: The Pueblo School District No. 60 Board of Education proclaims the month of February 2024 as Black History Month in District 60 schools.
Approvals:
Recommended By:
Signed By:
Andy Burns - Executive Director of Intervention and Student Support Services
Signed By:
Ted Johnson - Assistant Superintendent for Teaching & Learning
Signed By:
Charlotte Macaluso - Superintendent