24th Annual African and African American Studies Summer Institute The office of African, African American, Latino and Gender studies welcomes you to its annual summer institute. We anticipate that the topics and strategies discussed in this year’s institute will be conducive in the development of an equitable learning experience for all students, therefore, increasing academic achievement for underperforming sub‐groups. This is an integral part in the District’s initiative to eliminate systemic barriers that create predicable outcomes for some students. The goal of the annual summer institute is to help increase cultural competence among district personnel and assist in the development of culturally responsive instruction and curriculum. This is aligned to the District’s strategic plan, specifically Theme 1: Effective and Relevant Instruction to Meet the Needs of All Students and Theme 2: Positive and Supportive School Climate. Florida State Statute 1003.42 (2)(h) The School District of Palm Beach County is committed to equity and access in the education for all students. The Infusion of African and African American History is an imperative part of creating a culturally relevant curriculum, which is imperative to the academic success of all students. The District continues to lead in adhering to Florida Statute 1003.42: (2) Members of the instructional staff of the public schools, subject to the rules of the State Board of Education and the District school board, shall teach efficiently and faithfully, using the books and materials required that meet the highest standards for professionalism and historic accuracy, following the prescribed courses of study, and employing approved methods of instruction, the following: (p) The history of African Americans, including the history of African peoples before the political conflicts that led to the development of slavery, the passage to America, the enslavement experience, abolition, and the contributions of African Americans to society. Instructional materials shall include the contributions of African Americans to American society.
The Office of African, African American, Latino, and Gender Studies Fulton Holland Educational Services Center 3300 Forest Hill Blvd., Suite C‐216 ‐ West Palm Beach, Florida 33406 561‐434‐8879 https://www.palmbeachschools.org/sc/africanamerican1/ Brian Knowles Manager Karen Jefferson Instructional Specialist Sonia Morgan Secretary
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND SPECIAL THANKS
Mr. David Alfonso, Principal of Palm Beach Lakes Community High School for hosting the 24th Annual African and African American Studies Summer Institute. Volunteers: Tawny Anderson, Doriscar Beaubrun, Denise Beattie, Marie‐Amalie Farris, Dennis Hall, Mauratae Johnson, and Novice Johnson The Department of Communications for their creative design of promotional materials. Michael Welch from A1A Print and Design for producing the institute program.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT School District employees may earn in‐service points. The Course is listed as “24th Annual African and African American Summer Institute (Fy19)” in eLearning. 10 points can be earned for each day of attendance and successfully completing all follow‐up activities. All activities and the district mandated survey must be completed no later than November 16, 2018 in order to earn in‐service points.
SPONSORS
Bill Bochnia Email: bill.bochina@toojays.com
Eta Eta Sigma Chapter, Boynton Beach, FL
DAILY PLAN Registration: Please be sure to sign in each morning at the registration table located in the auditorium's lobby. Opening Session: There will be an opening session each morning located in the auditorium starting promptly starting at 8:30 and will end at 10:15 am. Breakout Sessions: There will be multiple 90‐minute breakout sessions during the institute. Each session will be offered twice during the day; once in the morning and then repeated during the afternoon. Lunch: Lunch is scheduled from 12:00 until 1:30 pm. There will be several food trucks located in the courtyard area. Closing Ceremony: Please return to the auditorium at 3:10 pm on Wednesday, June 20th for the closing ceremony.
OPENING KEYNOTE SPEAKER ROBERT SIMMONS III, Ed.D. AUDITORIUM: MONDAY, JUNE 18, 2018 9:00 AM TO 10:15 AM Robert Simmons III, EdD is Service Year Alliance's President. Prior to becoming the President of Service Year Alliance, Robert was the Vice President of Strategy and Innovation for the Campaign for Black Male Achievement. As a nationally recognized scholar and expert on issues of diversity, equity and inclusion, Robert has authored over 40 publications focusing on a variety of issues including service learning in urban communities and urban education. During his time as the Chief of Innovation & Research in the District of Columbia Public Schools, Dr. Simmons' leadership was critical to the development of city wide efforts to increase opportunities for boys of color. Robert has served as a tenured professor of urban education and science education at Loyola University Maryland, and as a research associate at the Baltimore Education Research Consortium at Johns Hopkins University. A former middle school science and math teacher in the Detroit Public Schools, his career has included being nominated twice as the Walt Disney National Teacher of the Year and once for the Whitney and Elizabeth MacMillan Foundation Outstanding Educator Award. Robert has been a fellow with the Woodrow Wilson Fellowship Foundation and participated in the Japan Fulbright Memorial Fund. Robert currently serves as the Chair of the Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Advisory Committee for FIRST and as an Adjunct Professorial Lecturer at American University's School of Education. Website: http://www.robertwsimmonsiii.com/
FEATURED SPEAKER DAVID STOVALL, Ph.D. AUDITORIUM: TUESDAY, JUNE 19, 2018 9:00 AM TO 10:15 AM
David Stovall, Ph.D. is a Professor of Educational Policy Studies and African‐American Studies at the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC). His scholarship investigates three areas 1) Critical Race Theory, 2) the relationship between housing and education, and 3) the intersection of race, place and school. In the attempt to bring theory to action, he works with community organizations and schools to develop curriculum that address issues of equity and justice. Dr. Stovall is a member of the Greater Lawndale/Little Village School of Social Justice High School design team, which opened in the Fall of 2005. Furthering his work with communities, students, and teachers, his work manifests itself in his involvement with the Peoples Education Movement, a collection of classroom teachers, community members, students and university professors in Chicago, Los Angeles and the San Francisco Bay Area who engage in collaborative community projects centered in creating relevant curriculum. In addition to his duties and responsibilities as a professor at UIC, he also serves as a volunteer social studies teacher at the Greater Lawndale/Little Village School for Social Justice.
Website: https://aast.uic.edu/aast/people/faculty/david‐stovall
FEATURED SPEAKER DWAYNE BRYANT AUDITORIUM: WEDNESDAY, JUNE 20, 2018 9:00 AM TO 10:15 AM
Dwayne Bryant is an internationally renowned author, transformational speaker and TV personality known for his high‐energy, intellect and wit. Founder and CEO of Inner Vision International, Inc., Bryant fuels audiences by sharing his credo of hard work, perseverance, integrity, and applied faith, which are the keys to his success. Since 1998, Inner Vision has provided results oriented SEL mentoring services to various school districts resulting in dramatic improvements in school climate, students’ academics, parental involvement as well as dramatic decreases in deviant student behaviors. Dwayne has been a three‐time guest on the Oprah Winfrey Show, correspondent for NextTV, hosted the Unity breakfast for The Obama Presidential Library and has been featured on ABC, CBS, FOX and NBC networks for his work with youth and his new book: The STOP – Improving Police and Community Relations. Through his motivational speaking, writings and presentations, he has reached over a half a million individuals. Bryant is sought after by corporations, nonprofits and academic institutions for his proven ability to offer step‐by‐step resources to audiences on how to unlock their unlimited power. Website: http://www.inner‐vision‐international.com/speaking/
24th Annual African and African American Studies Summer Institute
Monday, June 18, 2018 8:00 am – 3:30 pm AGENDA 8:00 – 8:30 am ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐Registration
8:30 – 8:40 am ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐Akbar Watson Libation Ceremony 8:40 – 8:50 am ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐Faith’s Place Center for Arts Education, Inc. Black National Anthem ‐ Lift Every Voice and Sing 8:55 – 9:00 am ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐Brian Knowles Manager, The Office of African, African American, Latino, and Gender Studies Opening/Welcome and Introduction 9:00 – 9:05 am ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐ Debbye Raing Retired Manager of the Office of African and African American Studies School District of Palm Beach County Greetings 9:05 – 9:10 am ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐ Donald Fennoy II, Ed.D. Superintendent, School District of Palm Beach County Vodcast 9:10 – 10:15 am ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐Dr. Robert Simmons President of Service Year Alliance Opening Keynote Presentation 10:30 am – 12:00 pm‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐Breakout Sessions Lunch 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm 1:40 – 3:10 pm ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐Breakout Sessions 3:10 – 3:30 pm ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐Reflection/Group Discussions
SESSIONS AT‐A‐GLANCE
Monday, June 18, 2018
Room
Session
8‐122
Africans in the 21st Century – Challenges and Leadership “Myths, Theories and Realities”
8‐101 8‐121 8‐103
Dr. Alisha Winn
Cultural Competency, Equity, and Access
Lhisa Almashy
Literacy Strategies for African American Males
8‐109
Meeting the Social and Emotional Needs of Students
8‐105
Multicultural Education in Middle/High School English Classes
Mark M. Hamllim
Anthro‐What? Infusing Language, Race, Culture, and All That Other Stuff in the Curriculum
Helping Black Children Reach Their Full Potential: The 7 Keys to Developing the Genius Inherent in All Black Children
8‐107
Presenter(s)
Steve White
Akbar Watson Erica Battle Dr. Rebecca A. Hamilton
Breakout Sessions for Monday, June 18, 2018 Africans in the 21st Century – Challenges and Leadership “Myths, Theories and Realities” Presented by Mark M. Hamllim Room: 8‐122 Slavery, and other institutionalized types of race‐based oppression has resulted in certain symptoms of dysfunction in the African community, which has been reinforced in each generation. The legacy of slavery has promoted and foster the direct association between being African and being inferior, being African and being unequal, incapable and less worthy. Africa’s history has been written though a euro‐centric approach in order to justify slavery. Europeans have aggressively sought to dispel the notion that Africa was civilized before their conquest. This lecture will serve to debunk these narratives and show Africa through an accurate historical lens. We will explore the myths, theories and realities that have served to create the current narrative of Africans and Africa. At the end of this lecture we will walk away with new perspective of the history of Africa and proud of our African heritage. Anthro‐What? Infusing Language, Race, Culture, and All That Other Stuff in the Curriculum Presented by: Dr. Alisha Winn Room: 8‐101 Over the years, the United States has experienced major political, social, and educational challenges. With racial tensions at heighten levels, many people encounter cultural conflicts each day; often stemming from a lack of understanding one’s culture, history, or language. Teachers and students face these same challenges, impacting their teaching, learning, and communication. It is important that we are aware of each other’s beliefs and cultural practices. Anthropology helps us understand our differences and similarities, as well as how we make sense of the world; it is the study of human beings throughout time and the world in all places. How does it fit within the school curriculum, the classroom, and how can it benefit us? In this session, we will discover the importance of infusing anthropology in the school system, and how teachers, students, and administrators can use anthropology as a tool to understand their own lives, and the lives around them. The session will illustrate how racial stereotypes impact our perceptions, what the distance of standing in a grocery line, for instance, communicates in American culture, where physical features like skin and eye color originate; topics we experience every day: race, language, culture, religion, gender, and marriage. This session provides a practical guide for effective teaching and learning for students and educators seeking to expand their knowledge, and successfully communicate with each other. Cultural Competency, Equity, and Access Presented by Lhisa Almashy Room: 8‐121 This will be an interactive session for participants to experience and process what cultural competency is to them and how it applies to both their personal and professional lives. Participants will be able to delineate a plan of action for how they can lead the work of equity Helping Black Children Reach Their Full Potential: The 7 Keys to Developing the Genius Inherent in All Black Children Presented by: Steve White Room: 8‐103 Helping Black Children Reach Their Full Potential is a life changing workshop presentation designed especially for educators, parents and all who are genuinely concerned about the positive development of Black children. In this presentation, the attendees will receive practical information they can immediately put to use in their classroom or home to develop the genius potential lying dormant in black children. In addition, teachers and parents will gain a greater understanding of underlying issues that are preventing black children from reaching their full potential. There are seven key components that must be instilled in the lives of all black children if they are to reach their full potential. In this workshop, these components will be fully explained and teachers and parents will understand how to instill them in their students/children.
Literacy Strategies for African American Males Presented by: Akbar Watson Room: 8‐107 There are a number of factors that have influenced the way in which literacy is viewed both by African American males and those who teach them. Some of these influences include negative images perpetrated in both print and prose, negative thoughts written by international and nationally revered American writers concerning the drive and intelligence of African American males, blatant language depicting the lives of African American people, and the hidden negative messages that still abound in the literature that is presented and taught in classrooms and homes today. Literature today, is still replete with inaccurate historical messages that have been echoed from the earliest days of African presence in America. This session will focus on that historical bias as it concerns African American males. It will also point out the hidden messages that are found in some of America’s most beloved writer’s handiwork. This session will also point out the necessity of understanding the importance of symbols and symbolism inherent in both the language and pictures used by the author and illustrator. The instructor must understand how the literacy choices they make can either enhance or negate an African American male’s self ‐esteem. This is evidenced by the low performing reading scores that are constantly being referred to by both academics and lay people in the field. Meeting the Social and Emotional Needs of Students Presented by: Erica Battle Room: 8‐109 Research has consistently proven that addressing the Social and Emotional Health of adolescents reduces questionable actions that tend to lead to violence, drug abuse and destructive sexual behaviors. When educating adolescents, it is important to be mindful of the five competencies of the Social and Emotional Framework and how they directly relate to one’s mental state and behavior. The competencies are self‐awareness, self‐management, responsible decision making, social awareness, and relationship skills. Come listen and learn as Author, Educator, and Speaker, Erica Battle, explains the importance of addressing the Social and Emotional Health of adolescents and how it can prove to reduce questionable behaviors while building the mental capacity to overcome adverse circumstances. Multicultural Education in Middle/High School English Classes Presented by: Dr. Rebecca A. Hamilton Room: 8‐105 While the word “multicultural” means various things to individuals, in the world of education it means equity in action. This workshop will look briefly at the scholarship behind where multicultural education (MCE) is today and then offer real ways to create a space of equity in your classroom for all of your students – beyond just their ethnicity. You will experience “hands on” activities that can be used with your students and leave with curricular ideas for the next school year. MCE is vital in the maelstrom of today’s society. We, as teachers and as individuals, need to be aware of all of the cultural categories in which our students find themselves.
Breakout Sessions – Presenters Lhisa Almashy is a 25‐year veteran teacher and trainer in Palm Beach County. She is currently the Cultural Competency Program Planner for The School District of Palm Beach County. Education is her passion as she is dedicated to empowering people. Lhisa has a Master of Arts degree in TESOL from the University of San Francisco and has been teaching ESOL and social studies classes since 1991. She has presented at various local, state and national conferences. Her innovative and creative, hands‐on teaching strategies have earned her local, state, and national recognition. She won the esteemed Dwyer Award for Special Programs in 2009 and the Governor’s Award for Excellence in Education for the State of Florida as well as The Hispanic Teacher of the Year Award for Palm Beach County in 2010. Lhisa earned national recognition with The 2013 Teaching Tolerance Award for Excellence in Culturally Responsive Teaching. She has worked with The National Urban Alliance and The Southern Poverty Law Center as a mentor, teacher, consultant and advisory board member. Lhisa has presented at various local, state and national conferences such as Palm Beach County’s Annual Culture and Language Conference, PBTESOL, Sunshine State TESOL, CATESOL, NABE, NAALS and NABSE. Lhisa has taught ESOL and Cultural Diversity classes at Nova University and now teaches the online endorsement classes through the School District of Palm Beach County and The Schultz Center for Education. She is also a consultant and facilitator Cultural Competency and Diversity workshops, prevention of sexual harassment and violence in the workplace throughout the nation. She earned a fellowship with The Business Innovation Factory in Providence, Rhode Island in 2017 and is able to merge that work with her current position within the department of Student Services for Equity and Access in The School District of Palm Beach County. Erica Battle has over a decade of literacy experience while teaching in high needs areas. She received her BS in Mass Communications and Journalism from Tennessee State University, completed her Master’s in the Art of Teaching coursework from Trevecca Nazarene University and completed her coursework for her Masters Educational Leadership from Lipscomb University. Understanding that student success stems from how they view themselves and how they perceive their peers led Erica to develop Who Are You, A Guide to Help Adolescents Navigate Through the Social and Emotional Issues of Life. Who Are You is Erica’s answer to poignant questions that youth and young adults face daily. This program provides a safe space to discuss pressing topics that are rarely discussed. Her motivation lies in the philosophy that “if you can help our youth and young adults see their value, they will become empowered to create a vision for their life based on how they see themselves versus outside opinions.”A strong believer in teacher reflection, she currently consults with middle schools and enrichment programs in Tennessee training and mentoring teachers, counselors, and mentors on the importance of meaningful experiences that lead to authentic relationships. Mark M. Hallim is a, Senior Consultant, Educator and Advisor who specializes in transformational leadership, international business administration and international affairs analysis, market research with particular emphasis on designing programs and seminar for clients across all industries and regions. Mark Hallim has 20+ years banking experience includes positions as VP Banker ‐Global Relationship Originator with Citibank N.A. Mark is a member of The Gershom Lehman Group. He is currently a Senior Faculty at Cambridge University International, The Africa Chieftaincy Transformational Leadership Institute and Director of the Africa Chieftaincy Sustainable Community Development Agency. Dr. Rebecca A. Hamilton has been teaching for over 36 years in the fields of English, Reading, and AP Capstone Seminar and Research. She is currently at Suncoast Community High School where she teaches AP Literature, AP Capstone Seminar, and AP Capstone Research. Dr. Hamilton has a BA in English and History, an ME in Guidance and Counseling, an Ed. Spec. in Curriculum and Development, and a PhD in Multicultural Education & Literature. She has a passion for teaching and learning that she finds pleasure in sharing.
Akbar Watson is the owner / director of Pyramid Books, Inc. located in Boynton Beach, Fl. Pyramid Books is one of the largest African centered bookstores in the country. The store specializes in providing books and related materials that enhance knowledge of the African diaspora. Mr. Watson has been in business for over 22 years and has become a major source of information about the African and African American ethos. Mr. Watson also has secured book/material contracts with the U.S. Government, the State of Florida, numerous school districts, libraries and others who vie for his services. Mr. Watson has received numerous awards and citations for his leadership and mentorship with south county youth and adults. Some of these awards include: The “NAACP Economic Leadership Award”, the “Delta Sigma Theta Men of Excellence Award”, and the “Keepers of the Dream” award from the “Oscar Thomas Foundation and Nova Southeastern University. He is also one of the founding members of “Sankofa Securities, Inc.” and the “Sankofa Study Group, Inc.”. Both of these entities strive to provide financial incentives and education to its members in order to continue the legacy of giving and learning so aptly mentored by the “Pyramid Books” team. Steve White is a nationally recognized and respected educational consultant, lecturer, author and mentor. Since 1989, Steve has worked with public and private schools, churches, community organizations and social service organizations, colleges and universities as well as juvenile detention centers and adult prisons. His workshop topics include Helping Black Children Reach Their Full Potential: The 7 Keys to Developing the Genius Inherent in All Black Children; Single Black Mothers and Their Sons; Self‐esteem and Purpose for Black Male Inmates and many others. Steve is also the author of two books, Helping Black Children Reach Their Full Potential and from Black Boy to Black Man, a workbook for black males. Dr. Alisha Winn is an applied cultural anthropologist whose community‐engaged work focuses on race, identity, language, historic preservation, museums, and heritage education for youth. She received B.A. degrees from Bethune‐Cookman University in Sociology and Florida Atlantic University in Anthropology. She earned her M.A. in Anthropology from Georgia State University and her Ph.D. in Applied Anthropology from the University of South Florida. Currently, she is a consultant in preservation and community‐building efforts for West Palm Beach’s Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) in the Historic Northwest District, the Spady Cultural Heritage Museum in Delray Beach, and the Storm of '28 Memorial Park Coalition, Inc. in West Palm Beach. She has also worked with AARLCC, the African American Research Library & Cultural Center of Palm Beach County, Inc. As a former assistant professor of anthropology at Fayetteville State University in North Carolina, Dr. Winn teaches anthropology to community and religious institutions; helping individuals outside of the classroom gain an appreciation for the discipline's usefulness and relevance.
“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” Nelson Mandela
24th Annual African and African American Studies Summer Institute Tuesday, June 19, 2018 8:00 am – 3:30 pm AGENDA 8:00 – 8:30 am ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐Registration 8:30 – 8:40 am ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐ Faith’s Place Center for Arts Education, Inc. Steel Percussion Assemble 8:40 – 8:45 am ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐Karen Jefferson Instructional Specialist, The Office of African American, Latino, and Gender Studies Opening/Welcome and Introduction 8:45– 8:50 am ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐Debra Robinson, M.D. Vice Chairwoman, School Board of Palm Beach County Greetings 8:50 – 9:00 am ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐Sukeenah Kelly and Brittany Mitchell Juneteenth Presentation 9:00 – 10:15 am ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐ Dr. David Stovall Professor of Educational Policy Studies and African‐American Studies University of Illinois at Chicago Opening Session 10:30 am – 12:00 pm ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐Breakout Sessions Lunch 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm 1:40 – 3:10 pm ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐Breakout Sessions 3:10 – 3:30 pm ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐ Reflection/Group Discussions
SESSIONS AT‐A‐GLANCE
Tuesday, June 19, 2018 Room
Session
Presenter(s)
8‐101
An Issacharian Approach to Educating Black and Brown Boys
Derrick Gilbert
8‐103
Beach at Delray: Florida’s Segregation Dispute
Charlene Farrington
8‐105
Infusion Not Intrusion: Bringing Black History into Mainstream Curriculum‐Moving Beyond the Nine Things Most Teachers Know About Black History
8‐107 8‐109 8‐121
Navigating our SHIPS: Practical Tools That Will Steer Teenage RelationSHIPS on Course
Mariota Theodoris
Changing the Culture of Our Schools by Examining our Beliefs
Tonisha Cook and Tangela Steele
Utilizing Literacy‐Related Strategies to Support Culturally Responsive Instruction
Dr. Denise Beattie and Deborah Millien
Tawny Anderson and Marie‐Amalie Farris
Breakout Sessions for Tuesday, June 19, 2018 An Issacharian Approach to Educating Black and Brown Boys. Presented by: Derrick Gilbert Room: 8‐101 In this workshop we will explore cultural misconceptions, popular practices and relationship building techniques with regards to teaching black and brown boys at the high school level. Under the framework of equity and access along with protocols from the Courageous Conversations about race discourse, we will engage in dialogue that will act as a catalyst in strengthening your ability to assist in the individual and educational growth of black and brown boys in education. Beach at Delray: Florida’s Segregation Dispute Presented by: Charlene Farrington Room: 8‐103 On Mother's Day in 1956, 15‐year old African American James "Bay" McBride, family, and friends sought relief from the stifling heat and humidity before dinner. The teens piled into a car and headed to the beach. Although there was no formal segregation law forbidding Blacks from using the metro beach of Delray Beach, the group followed racial custom and headed to one of the few locations that Blacks knew they could use without trouble ‐ Jap Rock Beach. Located just beyond the Delray Beach border in Boca Raton, Jap Rock Beach was a coral outcropping named for Japanese farmers who migrated to the area in 1904. The outcrop often overtook the sand, making the hard‐scrabbled beach the antithesis of the smooth sand that often graced Delray Beach postcards. While playing in the water, a rip current engulfed J.C. McBride, Bay's younger brother, pulling him further from shore. While friends pulled Bay's lifeless body ashore, lifeguards six miles away watched the White beach goers on smooth sand and blue waters of Delray Beach. The metro beach, with golden sand and skilled lifeguards was only blocks from the McBride home in West Delray Beach. Bay's death was another reminder of the figurative and literal violence that surrounded segregation. McBride's death marked a tragic episode in a story of segregation, leisure, politics, and civil rights in Delray Beach, Florida. Changing the Culture of Our Schools by Examining our Beliefs Presented by: Tonisha Cook and Tangela Steele Room: 8‐109 Race, class, cultural background, gender, and ability connect to define who we are. Most times, it takes us evaluating ourselves and stepping outside of the box in order to truly bridge the gap with our differences. As we explore stereotypes, biases, and personal experiences, we examine our own perceptions. We must first undergo the tough work of unveiling our own preconceptions in order to make a true effort in changing the culture of our schools and the outcome of our students. As we explore the connection between building relationships and academic success, we are better equipped to acknowledge and reduce barriers that impact disadvantaged students. Infusion Not Intrusion: Bringing Black History into Mainstream Curriculum‐Moving Beyond the Nine Things Most Teachers Know About Black History Presented by: Tawny Anderson and Marie‐Amalie Farris Room: 8‐105 This presentation offers high interest, proven strategies to infuse Black History into the US History and Language Arts curricula. For those teachers who struggle to provide instruction not usually found in most textbooks, for those who lack confidence beyond the Nine Things Most Teachers Know About Black History ‐ Rosa Parks, Martin Luther King, Jr., and I Have a Dream, this presentation will provide primary sources and activities to engage students in inquiry based educational experiences.
Navigating our SHIPS: Practical Tools That Will Steer Teenage RelationSHIPS on Course Presented by: Mariota Theodoris Room: 8‐107 A critical aspect, that will change the culture of our schools, are tools for adolescents to establish, value, enrich, and cultivate thriving intrapersonal /interpersonal relationships between: self, family, friends, peers, and adults in their schools and community. Proper relationship tools will enhance the self‐identity of adolescents, enabling them to be secure within themselves and create a vision for their home, academic, extra‐curricular, and social lives (ownerSHIP); the ability to self‐access and respond, rather than react, will conflicts at school amongst their peers (friendSHIP); open up a respectful line of communication between adolescents and educational staff (mentorSHIP); give students the ability to establish standards and to qualify present and future relationships (fellowSHIP and courtSHIP); and the discernment to pursue critical persons that will assist them in their life’s purpose (leaderSHIP). Utilizing Literacy‐Related Strategies to Support Culturally Responsive Instruction Presented by: Dr. Denise Beattie and Deborah Millien Room: 8‐121 Regardless of your content area, students in your classroom are reading. Yet, how do you support your striving readers, the ones who struggle with comprehension? You infuse literacy‐related strategies with explicit, systematic instruction. Explicit systematic instruction is defined as instruction that is direct, engaging, and success oriented ‐ and has been shown to promote achievement for all students (Archer & Hughes, 2011). Incorporating these proven strategies in your lessons will not only support your striving readers with their ability to comprehend text, but will also demonstrate confidence and success in completing their work alongside proficient readers; ultimately leading you, the teacher, to become the facilitator of lifelong learner.
Breakout Sessions – Presenters Tawny Anderson and Marie‐Amalie Farris teach history through the lenses identity, memory and legacy to promote social justice and individual advocacy. Ms. Anderson, who teaches African Studies and African American History, Holocaust Studies, and US History, is a Palm Beach County High School Social Studies Teacher of the Year as well as a State of Florida High School Social Studies Teacher of the year and was awarded the Theron Trimble award in October 2017. Ms. Farris, who teaches both A and AS levels AICE US History, is also a Palm Beach County High School Social Studies Teacher of the Year. This mother/daughter team sponsor the first Black Student Union at Wellington Community High School. Both are repeat attendees of the Race Equity Institute and each earned degrees from the University of Tennessee (Knoxville). Dr. Denise Beattie is a 19‐year veteran educator. She has extensive experience teaching at the elementary, secondary, and post‐secondary level. She is passionate about reading, and supporting pre‐service and new teachers, with a focus on culturally responsive literacy instruction. Her doctoral work focused on the impact of mentor‐based programs on teacher retention. She enjoys creating professional development opportunities that incorporate the use of technology and engaging strategies. She is currently working on her Google Educator certification, and regularly participates in state and national professional development opportunities in order to continue her professional growth. Tonisha Cook holds a Bachelor of Science degree with concentrations in Economics and Sociology and a Master’s degree in Education from Tennessee State University, Ms. Cook is an accomplished woman. Her career's journey started as a classroom teacher in 2007. She planned a Black History Celebration and made the crossover to community engagement. Ms. Cook left the classroom teaching 6th grade World Cultures. She filled a district office Resource Teacher position for the Department of African, African American, Latino and Gender studies. Ms. Cook has continued to excel professionally and holds a Specialist position in the Department of Transformation and Federal/State Programs for the School District of Palm Beach County. This department monitors compliance of Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) grant, formerly No Child Left Behind (NCLB). In all of Tonisha's roles, one of her major responsibilities: to engage teachers, administrators, parents, families, and community partners in improving academic achievement and social emotional outcomes for the students we serve. Charlene Farrington earned her bachelor's in Business Administration from Mercer University in Georgia in 1985. As the daughter of the Spady Museum's Founder, Vera Farrington, Ms. Farrington has been immersed in Black history and preservation for several decades. She was named director of the Spady Cultural Heritage Museum in the August 2012 and under her leadership, the museum has strengthened relationships with city and county leaders and historical organizations, and has forged new partnerships within the community. Affiliations include: The Florida African American Preservation Network; Association for the Study of African American Life and History; Delray Beach Chamber of Commerce Board Member; Palm Beach County Cultural Council, Cultural Coalition; Storm of '28 Memorial Park and the Delray Beach Historic Preservation Task Force. Derrick Gilbert has served the Palm Beach County School District for the last 13 years. He’s been awarded as Teacher of the Year, selected as one of the 12 Most Influential Leaders of Palm Beach County and is currently recognized as a High Impact Teacher for the third year consecutively. He currently teaches Reading at Royal Palm Beach High School along with being the club sponsor for the Bold Leadership Excelsum affectionately known as BLX and the Ambassador Mentoring Program known as A.M.P. Deborah Millien is a 24‐year veteran educator. She has extensive experience teaching at the pre‐school, elementary, and secondary level. She is passionate about reading and motivating struggling learners, with a focus on culturally responsive literacy instruction. She studied the Montessori Method of education, and meticulously provided researched‐based instructional practices to students. She is a Google Certified Educator, and has assisted with the initial rollout of the district's innovative Trailblazer program. She regularly participates in state and national professional development opportunities in order to continue her professional growth.
Tangela Steele is a proud graduate of Florida State University. After graduating with Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Accounting and spending four years working in public accounting and obtaining her Certified Public Accountant license, she realized that her true passion is in education. Obtaining a Specialists degree in Educational Leadership, Ms. Steele began her journey in transforming student lives. She spent five years working in the classroom significantly changing academic outcomes of underrepresented students. Ms. Steele continued her path of transforming student outcomes when she worked as a Transformation Specialist supporting Differentiated Accountability schools in the Glades Region of Palm Beach County. She continues to strive to improve student outcomes as a Grants Manager in the Department of Transformation and Federal/State Programs. In her current role, Ms. Steele oversees the implementation of the Schools of Hope grants in District Managed Turnaround schools, Title II, and Title IV. In all of Ms. Steele’s endeavors, her primary goal is to always see every child succeed. Mariota Theodoris is a science teacher at Howell L. Watkins Middle School in Palm Beach Gardens, Fl. As an educator at a Title 1 school, Ms. Theodoris infuses within her science lessons, opportunities to inform and celebrate the diverse cultures of people in south Florida, she adamantly believes that by highlighting the culture of her students, they will grow in morale, integrity, esteem for self and respect for community; thus creating a vivacious classroom environment. Ms. Theodoris received dual B.A. degrees in Journalism & Media Studies and in Africana Studies, from Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey. During her tenure at Rutgers, she was a member on the championship women’s basketball team, where she was coach by legendary Hall of Fame coach, C. Vivian Stringer, which ultimately put her on path to play professional basketball overseas in Israel and Greece. With an eclectic resume, Ms. Theodoris considers her greatest life’s work to date, her mentorship with secondary and college students, most presently, the founding of the Theodoris Camp, a free Christian girls’ basketball camp for athletes of all skill levels, who are mentored by women coaches, in basketball skills and Biblical teachings.
“Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today.” Malcolm X
24th Annual African and African American Studies Summer Institute Wednesday, June 20, 2018 8:00 am – 3:30 pm AGENDA 8:00 – 8:30 am ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐Registration
8:30 – 8:40 am ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐ Faith’s Place Center for Arts Education, Inc. Jubilant Dancers 8:40 – 8:50 am ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐Brian Knowles & Karen Jefferson Manager & Instructional Specialist, The Office of African, African American, Latino, and Gender Studies The State of Africana Studies in Palm Beach County School’s 8:50 – 9:00 am ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐Donald Fennoy II, Ed.D. Superintendent, School District of Palm Beach County Greetings 9:00 – 10:15 am ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐Dwayne Bryant Founder and CEO of Inner Vision International, Inc. Opening Session 10:30 am – 12:00 pm ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐Breakout Sessions Lunch 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm 1:40 – 3:10 pm ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐Breakout Sessions 3:10 – 3:30 pm ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐Closing Ceremony Brother Carl Community Organizer and Pioneer of Florida State Statute 1003.42 Where we’ve been, where we are, and where we need to go Brian Knowles Closing Remarks Akbar Watson Kwanza Ceremony
SESSIONS AT‐A‐GLANCE
Wednesday, June 20, 2018
Session
Room
8‐121
How to Influence Cultural Change
8‐105
Intercultural Communication: Perspectives on Blackness, Education, and Teaching
8‐107
8‐101 8‐109
8‐103
Dr. Patrick Anthony Williams
REVOLT: A Conversation about Teacher‐Student Connectivity
Irwin Cineus and Amlak I Foley
The Struggle is Real: Identifying the Afro‐Latino in History
Fernelize Henry
Welcome to Wakanda: Identifying Hidden Gifted and Talented Students of Color
Michelle Martin
Alexandra Sanguinetti and Lynne Mesmer Dr. Deandre Poole
Multiple Intelligences and Learning Styles
Presenter(s)
Breakout Sessions for Wednesday, June 20, 2018 How to Influence Cultural Change Presented by Alexandra Sanguinetti and Lynne Mesmer Room: 8‐121 This workshop will give you a glimpse into cultural challenges in education a world away. It will also provide a method for change that when applied, makes a difference, whether you are teaching in the remote tribal areas of Africa or in a classroom in South Florida. Changing culture is an ongoing and difficult task that cannot be accomplished without a duplicable process. Attendees will walk away with a specific process applicable to any situation where Attitude, Actions and Results must be altered in order to effect a positive cultural change. Intercultural Communication: Perspectives on Blackness, Education, and Teaching Presented by: Dr. Deandre Poole Room: 8‐105 Dr. W.E.B. DuBois said that the greatest challenge of the 21st Century is the problem of the color line. This workshop will examine the historical truths surrounding Dubois’ concept of the color line in educating Black students in the K‐12 system. The foundation of this workshop is based on the principle that race‐based issues require race‐based solutions. Included in this workshop are research‐based strategies and teaching tools that support efforts to increase Black student achievement. Multiple Intelligences and Learning Styles Presented by: Dr. Patrick Anthony Williams Room: 8‐107 This hands‐on interactive workshop explores practical and theoretical ways of incorporating Multiple Intelligence theory in the classroom. This workshop also addresses classroom management techniques and provides useful strategies for maintaining a joyful and dynamic classroom. REVOLT: A Conversation about Teacher‐Student Connectivity Presented by: Irwin Cineus and Amlak I Foley Room: 8‐101 We can all think back to our days as students and remember teachers that influenced us. This workshop will explore how these teachers were able to connect and establish positive relationships. Society and the challenges that students face have changed but connectivity remains a constant. Join us for a deep dive into the art of connecting with the youth and how it relates to favorable student outcomes. The Struggle is Real: Identifying the Afro‐Latino in History Presented by Fernelize Henry Room: 8‐109 Afro‐Latinos have been frequently omitted from the history of Latin America although they have made significant contributions. In this presentation, we will attempt to define the term Afro‐ Latino in today's context and discuss its social and political implications. Welcome to Wakanda: Identifying Hidden Gifted and Talented Students of Color Presented by: Michelle Martin Room: 8‐103 It is well documented that students of color are one of the most underrepresented populations in gifted programs. Various strategies and attempts to correct this have been met with success while others have not. In this session we will discuss the role of teacher perception in nominating and identifying potentially gifted students of color, as well as, strategies for supporting culturally diverse learning experiences for this diverse group of learners.
Breakout Sessions – Presenters Irwin Cineus is a community organizer in Palm Beach County. A graduate from the University of South Florida and the proud son of immigrant parents from Haiti. A strategist, Irwin is passionate about teaching the youth about the power dynamics that they often fall victim to unknowingly. His mission is to guide the youth to see the entire chess board instead of just being the moving pieces in the game. Amlak‐ I Foley was born in Brooklyn New York but grew up in Jamaica, South Florida, and Michigan. He has grown from militant roots. An offspring of parents submerged in the Black Liberation struggle of the 60's & 70's. As they say, "the fruit never falls far from the tree" and as a result Amlak‐I has grown into a revolutionary thinker. Fernelize Henry has served the Palm Beach School District for the past 15 years. A native of Nicaragua, she received a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from Florida Atlantic University and a Master’s Degree in Teaching English to Students of Other languages (TESOL) from Nova Southeastern University. She has taught U.S. History, World History, Government, Economics, AP Comparative Politics and Latin American history. During the 2012‐2013 school year, she collaborated with other teachers to write curriculum for Latin American History Honors course. She has worked three summers with Migrant Education and two summers with the Jump Start program. She has also participated in two Teaching American History Grants during the course of her teaching career. In past year, she was the Professional Learning Community leader for U.S. History and conducted the US history EOC tutoring sessions at her school. She currently serves as an Instructional Specialist for Secondary Social Studies. Michelle R. Martin, M.Ed. is a rural Mississippi native and graduate of Mississippi State University with a degree in Theatre communication. After a career of performing as an artist in residency around the country, she opted to continue her studies at Mississippi University for Women where she earned her Masters of Education in Gifted Studies. With over a decade of service to gifted students in the state of Mississippi, Louisiana, Georgia, Florida, Tennessee, and Vermont, Michelle has dedicated her career to shining a light on undiscovered gifted and talented students in rural and urban communities. Her passion for gifted education has afforded her opportunities to speak nationally as a voice of advocacy for gifted students of color as well as English Language Learners (ELL). Michelle currently serves as the School District of Palm Beach County’s Gifted Program Planner and is a proud wife and mom of girls. Lynne Mesmer is a seasoned management consultant. Lynne brings over 30 years of experience providing leadership education and solutions for executives at all levels. Her critical insight and ability to analyze issues from every angle has assisted the leadership of numerous organizations worldwide with implementing change that has been instrumental to their growth and profitability. For the last 5 years as co‐founder of The Essence of Africa Lynne has combined her passion for the remote tribes of Africa with her consulting expertise to enhance the growth of The Essence of Africa, a South Florida company that brings authentic education and culture from continental Africa to South Florida through custom programs, special events and contracted services. Dr. Deandre Poole has over a decade of higher education experience in communication education, curriculum and instruction. He serves as an instructor in the School of Communication and Multimedia Studies at Florida Atlantic University (FAU). Dr. Poole is also an associate member of the graduate faculty. His areas of teaching and research are in Intercultural Theory and Political Communication. Dr. Poole earned his Bachelor’s degree and Master’s degree in Communication from FAU and his Ph.D. in Communication and Culture from Howard University. Professor Poole’s research is focused on the oppression of marginalized cultures by the dominant cultural forces in our society. He examines how these cultures use their economic, political, and social power to organize and campaign against inequality and injustice.
Alexandra “Lexy” Sanguinetti was born and raised in Kenya, East Africa. She attended Lynn University in Boca Raton, Florida where she graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration specializing in Aviation Management. While gaining experience in the US corporate world, Lexy remained interested and invested in Africa’s economic and social growth on various levels. Through personal and professional experiences both in Kenya and Florida, Lexy realized a growing demand for her knowledge, expertise and creativity in helping others trade between the two continents. She founded Sanguinetti & Company, LLC, a brokerage company connecting businesses in the USA with partners and potential markets in Africa. She later co‐founded The Essence of Africa, a South Florida company that brings authentic education and culture from continental Africa to South Florida through custom programs, special events and contracted services. Lexy is also a long‐serving board member with Dream Sponsors Inc., a Florida nonprofit benefitting African orphans and at‐risk youth Patrick Anthony Williams, Ph.D. a Fulbright Memorial Fund Scholar to Japan, a 1984 Silver Knight Award recipient in Foreign Language, and a United States Federal Court Interpreter is a certified educator in the state of Florida. Dr. Williams is a motivational speaker, educational consultant researcher and instructional strategist, who speaks seven languages, plays classical piano, sings opera, and lectures extensively at numerous universities within the United States and around the world. In maintaining a life‐long commitment to professional development and scholarly pursuits, Dr. Williams earned a Bachelor’s of Arts in Spanish from Florida International University, a Master of Education in Social & Cultural Foundations of Education from Florida Atlantic University. He received a Specialist in Education degree (with Academic Merit) in Mathematics from the University of Miami. He holds a Ph.D. degree from University of Miami in Teaching & Learning.
“Education develops the intellect; and the intellect distinguishes man from other creatures. It is education that enables man to harness nature and utilize her resources for the well‐being and improvement of his life.” Haile Selassie
The School District of Palm Beach County West Palm Beach, Florida Mission Statement The School District of Palm Beach County is committed to providing a world‐class education with excellence and equity to empower each student to reach his or her highest potential with the most effective staff to foster the knowledge, skills, and ethics required for responsible citizenship and productive careers.
School Board Members Chuck Shaw, Chairman Debra Robinson, M.D., Vice Chairwoman Barbara McQuinn Karen Brill Erica Whitfield Frank A. Barbieri, Jr., Esq. Marcia Andrews
Superintendent Donald Fennoy II., Ed.D.
Deputy Superintendent/Chief of Schools
Keith Oswald
Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning Diana Fedderman
Department of Teaching and Learning The Office of African, African American, Latino, and Gender Studies
Brian Knowles, Manager Karen Jefferson, Instructional Specialist Sonia Morgan, Secretary