Upper Grand students learn about the Black settlers of Wellington County
During Black Heritage, Black Futures and Black Brilliance Month, students at the Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) received a presentation about the history and influence of Black settlers in Wellington County during the 19th century.
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Black Heritage, Black Brilliance, Black Futures Month beyond February
At the UGDSB, we recognize that the work and learning we do during Black Heritage, Black Brilliance, Black Futures must not be for the month of February alone, but rather an ideology that is practiced well beyond the 28th.
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GCVI Black Students’ Union appears on CBC Kids discussing Black Futures
Students from the Guelph Collegiate Vocational Institute’s (GCVI) Black Students Union teach us a valuable lesson.
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Celebrating Black Heritage, Black Brilliance, Black Futures Month at the UGDSB
The UGDSB celebrates Black Heritage, Black Brilliance, Black Futures Month.
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Students at CDDHS lead Black Brilliance conference
Students from Centre Dufferin District High School’s Black Chapter hosted and led the Black Brilliance conference.
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A reflection on Black Heritage, Black Brilliance, Black Futures Month
Reflecting on all that was accomplished during Black Heritage, Black Brilliance, Black Futures Month.
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UGDSB celebrates Black Heritage, Black Brilliance, Black Futures Month
During the month of February a variety of resources and supports centering Black histories, experiences and contributions are highlighted and celebration across all grades in the UGDSB.
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‘UGTalks about’ initiative centres student voice on issues of social justice
This year, the UGDSB launched ‘UGTalks about’ – an initiative inspired by TED Talks, to centre student voice.
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UGDSB reflects on Black Heritage, Black Brilliance and Black Futures Month
As part of the month, the UGDSB Equity Department and several UGDSB Black Student Union groups organized guest speakers, video tributes and features, and virtual information sessions for students and staff.
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Black Heritage Month spotlight: Alfred M. Lafferty
Throughout Black Heritage, Black Brilliance and Black Futures Month, many schools have been celebrating the lives and accomplishments of Black individuals in Canada and beyond. One individual had a direct connection to the school board and our region, although much of this history was not widely known until a few years ago.
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