While headlines feature distressing acts of cancel culture and the banning of books, Holman United Methodist Church has instituted a Saturday School for African American History.
The mission is to illuminate the path to knowledge, heritage, and empowerment for African American youth amid a national resurgence in the assault on Black and Ethnic Studies programs.
“We recognize the critical importance of preserving and celebrating African American history and culture, and we are committed to fostering a nurturing and enriching environment where students can explore their identity, deepen their cultural awareness, and build a foundation for lifelong learning,” said Dr. Josephine Isabel-Jones, program chair.
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Three sessions have been held at Holman United Methodism this year that included presentations by a judge, college president, aerospace educator, musicians, psychiatrist, science teacher, and a civil rights leader. Interactive sessions are conducted by two outstanding professors from Cal State Dominguez Hills, Dr. Akua T.J. Robinson and Professor Anthony Onwuegbuzia.
The curriculum includes call to order through drumming, sessions on African American literature, a game show competition on African American aerospace history, African American history presented by a rap poet, fitness and mindfulness, and cultural affirmations.
According to observers, students love the hands-on interactive style of learning about their history.
The Saturday School is open to students from second grade though ninth grade. Classes will convene on Sept. 21, Oct. 12, Nov. 9 and Dec.7, from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., at Holman United Methodist Church located at 3320 W. Adams Blvd, in Los Angeles.
Register at https://holman.churchcenter.com/registration/events/2422966? For more information contact us at: [email protected]
