• Who:  Open to the pubic with a focus on Black and Black-Biracial Youth and their families

• When:  Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024 (near the national Umoja Karamu Celebration Day, Nov 24th)

• Time:  4:00 – 6:00 pm

• Why:  To celebrate the belongingness and inclusion of the Black & Black-Biracial population within Bartholomew County

• Where:  Bartholomew County, Columbus City Hall (123 Washington St., Columbus, IN)

There are several new updates to the Indiana school systems' rules including 3rd grade literacy retention, strict consequences for chronic absenteeism, expansion of work-based learning, cell phone use restrictions, and much more. During this meeting, we will review and discuss the new probable GPS high school diploma.

There will be two sessions scheduled, one in the morning from 10 am to 12 pm and one in the evening from 6 pm to 8 pm, to accommodate your schedule. Please call me if you have any questions: 812-371-5255. 

Link for registration:  https://forms.gle/WukKNTXfzXrnsmwZA

It's a unique opportunity for Black and Black-Biracial middle and high school students in Bartholomew County to visit two college campuses in one day. IU Bloomington and Indiana State University where we will be greeted by their student panel, free applications for school, scholarship Information, gift bags, a tour, lunch and much more. Be sure and wear comfortable shoes. It will be a full fun educational day! Parents and caregivers are welcome. Don't miss it! That's one item you can check off your 21st century scholarship to do list. Registration is required due to limited seating. See QR code.

Join us as we celebrate the Grand Opening of Columbus Regional Health at NexusPark. Ribbon cutting event with the Columbus Area Chamber of Commerce at 11:30am and tours available from 12 - 6p.

www.crh.org/nexuspark

In honor of the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Indiana University and IU Columbus will host “An Afternoon Celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.” on Friday, January 12, 2024, at 3 p.m., in the Columbus Learning Center Lecture Hall (4555 Central Avenue). The program will include a virtual keynote address from Prof. Shaun Harper, one of the nation’s most highly respected racial equity experts.

https://mlkcelebration.indiana.edu/

This is a mini conference that will help parents and caregivers of Black & Black-Biracial Students better navigate the educational system within Bartholomew County. You are able to select from seven topics 2-3 sessions you would like to attend. There is a morning 9:30 - 11:30 am and evening 6:00 - 8:00 pm meeting. Certified childcare will be provided for children that are potty trained. You are welcome to bring your infants with you. Immediately following the event is a Meet & Greet networking opportunity with free snacks and replenishment of school supplies for your student. We encourage you to register and select your sessions by Friday, Jan 5th due to limited seating in sessions. For more details contact person is Felicia Garr 812-371-5255 or fgarr@educationcoalition.com

https://forms.gle/9YK4bn1ZTNfb7BTL8