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    “NEVER BE LIMITED BY OTHER PEOPLE’S LIMITED IMAGINATIONS.”

    ___Dr. Mae Jemison, First African American Female Astronaut

     Greetings Shenandoah Families, 

    As we reflect on the purpose of why we celebrate and highlight the many Contributions and Achievements of African Americans throughout history, we invite our wonderful Shenandoah families to kick off this celebration with us. Often, the recognition of the impact and struggles African Americans have had on society has been overlooked. Our ‘For The Love Of History’ black history program allows Shenandoah the opportunity to educate and showcase to our staff, students, families and communities the significant role Black people have played in shaping the United States and the world at large, but also showcase.

     (please click on the link to view full flyer details) Black History Program: For The Love Of History

    Origin of Black History Month…

    National African American History Month had its origins in 1915 when historian and author Dr. Carter G. Woodson founded the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History. This organization is now known as the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (“ASALH”).

    President Gerald Ford officially recognized Black History Month in 1976, calling upon the public to “seize the opportunity to honor the too-often neglected accomplishments of black Americans in every area of endeavor throughout our history.”

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    Enjoy READing about some of our African-American Heroes…..

    1.    What SLPS school did Maya Angelou attend as a young girl?

    2.     Who was one of the first scholars to study African American History?

    Answers:  1. Toussaint L’Ouverture Elementary School