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5 | Friday, January 27, 2 0 1 7 | O A K V IL L E B E A V E R | www.insideHALTON.com Black History Month at public schools In recognition of February' s Black History Month, schools in the Halton District School Board have planned events and initiatives to celebrate and honour the contributions of Black Canadians, past and present. "February is an important month for us at the Halton District School Board," said Stuart Miller, Halton District School Board (HDSB) education director. "It is a time when we formally recognize, celebrate and honour the invaluable contributions of African-Canadians to the intellectual, societal, political, artistic and cultural landscape of Canada," said Miller. Black History Month is a time to highlight the learning happening in classrooms throughout all months to affirm the achievements, knowledge, life experiences and identities of people of African descent in all curriculum areas, said the director. "We are proud two of our schools, Captain R. Wilson and James W. Hill Public Schools, are named after individuals who were integral to the Underground Railroad in bringing freedom and opportunities to those escaping slavery," said Miller of the two Oakville schools. Among the events Halton schools are hosting to celebrate the month is included a lineup at Sunningdale Public School. Shaun Boothe, an award-winning hip-hop artist and the creator of The Unauthorized Biography Series, a criticallyacclaimed musical project that celebrates some of the world' s greatest cultural icons through biographical rap songs, will perform Feb. 17. The Board will also host staff workshops to honour Black History Month. For example, staff will learn techniques, strategies, and tools for speaking about race, dealing with racism and teaching programs. Participants will explore how African Canadian history can be integrated across the curriculum in meaningful ways through the use of primary sources, online tools, the arts, research, and a range of other supplementary materials such as books and media. Every year, Canadians are invited to participate in Black History Month festivities and events that honour the legacy of Black Canadians, past and present. Canadians take this time to celebrate the many achievements and contributions of Black Canadians who, throughout history, have done much to make Canada the culturally diverse, compassionate and prosperous nation it is today. "The Halton District School Board is proud to celebrate February as Black History Month. Our schools are hosting many activities and celebrations, as well as using the classroom to highlight and honour the legacy, achievements and contributions of African and Caribbean Canadians," said Rob Eatough, HDSB superintendent of education. "We value their contributions and positive impact they have had, and continue to have, on the fabric of our country, and beyond. The inclusion of culturally relevant instruction has benefits for all students." ill IP et er W ctsqn I N V E S T M E N T S M AN A G E M E N T W EALTH T h in k in g o f R e tir in g ... S o m e d a y ? L e t 's T a lk . Visit our website to sign up for a free consultation. P e te r W atso n M B A , CFP, R.F.P., C IM , FCSI Jen n ifer W atson B.A. 2 2 0 R andall S treet, D o w n to w n O akville 9 0 5 -8 4 2 -2 1 0 0 p eterw ats o n in vestm en ts.co m GET READY OAKVILLE UNITED TAXI 7 DAYS A WEEK 2 4 Start Today... Change Your Tomorrow Obtain your high school diploma G et prerequisite courses for university and college Prepare for an apprenticeship, a skilled trade o r the workplace Airport & Out-of-Town Service b h e ib www.oakvilleunitedtaxi.com YEAR CAREER Gary A llan High School garyallan.ca EARN CREDITS Flexible Education Solutions Enrol anytime Day o r evening hours to m eet your changing needs Range of credit and program offerings including eLearning Earn credits while you work through co-operative education Ask about our new Personal Development and Communication Program! A IR P O R T H IM $ 4 5 H H a lt o n SchOT? B o a rd OAKVILLE'S LOWEST RATES!! G ary Allan H.S. - O akville C am p us 465 M o rd en Rd. U nit 109 · Tel: (905) 8 4 5 -1 1 5 7 ext. 119 Em ail: coned@ hdsb.ca · (905) 6 3 2 -2 9 4 4