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Black History/African Heritage Month

February is Black History Month.

It was established in 1926 by African-American historian Carter Woodsan. Its original purpose was to build self esteem among those of African descent and help eliminate prejudice among others.

February was originally chosen as it marks important events in african-American history - in 1870 the first African-American senator, Hiram Revels, took office. February also contains the birth of prominant African-Americans: Frederic Douglas, W. Dubois, Langston Hughes and Eubie Blake.

February is not the only month to celebrate and appreciate the achievements of those of African descent, but it is a time to re-focus our attention on the history of a part of the world that has often been ignored.

Bayview Secondary School

Once again, this February, the staff and students of the York Region District School Board join Canadians across our country who are coming together to celebrate the rich and spirited heritage of people of African descent and their contributions to Canada and the world. Principals are encouraged to use this opportunity as a springboard to work with staff and community members to find ways that the African/Canadian experience can be validated during this month and throughout the year.

As a Board, we remain determined to include the stories of all Canadians. We must find comfort and strength in the belief that the strategies that we have already put in place, your continuing support and commitment, and the changes that we are undertaking as we implement the Antiracism and Ethnocultural Equity Policy, are helping to create a more just and inclusive society for all of our students and staff.

Bill Hogarth

Director of Education

Bayview S.S. Black History Display Pictures

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