February 2, 2022
Black History Programs Scheduled Throughout the Gary Community School Corporation
(Gary, IND) – This year, the Gary Community School Corporation will celebrate Black History Month in a multitude of ways. Beyond individual school programs, the district will host events that families can enjoy together.
Families interested in participating are encouraged to reach out to their school’s FACE (Family and Community Engagement) Liaison.
“We want to engage our families in projects that encourage our scholars to learn beyond the textbook,” said Esther Goodes, Director of Elementary Education. “It is also another way of keeping parents abreast of what is being taught in our schools.”
The annual Black History program hosted by the GEDF (Gary Educational Development Foundation) will take place on February 22, 2022 at 11:00 AM at West Side Leadership Academy, 900 Gerry St. Meanwhile, the West Side Theatre Guild will produce a program for students February 22, 2022 at 1:30 p.m. in the schools auditorium.
“Between the programs through partnerships, like GEDF, classroom learning and inclusion of family engagement activities, the district encourages the observance of Black History not only in the month of February, but throughout the year,” added Goodes.
The Gary Educational Development Foundation Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King & Black History Program -Tuesday, February 22, 2022, 11:00 a.m.
West Side Leadership Academy Black History Program –Tuesday, February 22, 2022 @ 1:30 p.m.
Beveridge Elementary – Friday, February 25th 9:00 a.m.
Williams Elementary – Friday, February 25th 1:00 p.m.
Gary Middle School (virtual, posted February 28th)