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Monica May's Point Of View

Every Sunday morning, 'Monica May's Point Of View' will feature conversations built on hot topics and issues concerning African Americans. Local and national guests will share their points of view as well.

LLD Scholars/A Day of Racial Healing/Barbara Chandler Productions

LLD Scholarship Fair Students bound for college, need to get their resumes ready, SAT and ACT scores and bring them to the LLD Scholarship Fair. Dr. Laura Dorsey has arranged scholarship fairs in our community for more than 15 years and is bringing it to Jones High School 801 Rio Grande Avenue Wednesday January 22nd 4pm. Parents are welcome to attend with their students. Colleges from around the country will be on site to offer scholarships to students on the spot. The event is free and open to High School Seniors; however Juniors are encouraged to attend and learn what colleges are looking for. For more information https://lldscholars.org/ A Day of Racial Healing Day of discussion on race and values is being offered by the Peace and Justice Institute Tuesday January 22nd, which is National Day of Racial Healing. Started by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation to promote and raise awareness of the need for racial healing and share how this work is meant to happen in communities around the country. Our discussion noted that racial healing is at the core of racial equality. Our guest, Rachel Allen, director of PJI, shared the practical actions that communities can take to listen and promote racial healing. To join Tuesday’s discussion on racial healing at Hopper Academy in Georgetown which is a historical area in Sanford and more about their classes and upcoming history tour visit www.peacejusticeinstitute.org Barbara Chandler Productions Long known as the lead docent at Hannibal Square Heritage Center in Winter Park, Ms. Chandler now has her own production company where she will promote projects to educate, engage and enrich us all about the rich culture of Winter Park. Her first event will be this evening, and the message of racial equity will ring clear. To reach out or join tonight’s discussion and learn more about what’s next for Ms. Chandler visit her at www.barbarachandlerproducitons.com

January 19, 2025

TOWN OF EATONVILLE CELEBRATES DR. KING/PARENT & STUDENT TIPS FOR SUCCESS/GETTING PAST “QUITTERS DAY”

Mayor Angie Gardner is in her 3rd year leading the town of Eatonville, FL which is the oldest black incorporated town in America. They are celebrating the 48th Annual MLK holiday with a parade that starts at 2pm Saturday January 18th with a vendor display after. Their theme, “Illuminating Tomorrow Together,” speaks to the Mayor’s intention of getting the town residents to realize that, “they are seen and heard, their opinions matter.” Mayor Gardner is the third female Mayor, however only the 2nd elected to head the town and realizes that she “speaks with a calmness” that surprises even herself. There is a multimillion dollar grant to update the sewer system there and she wants more input in order to make even more necessary changes. Please attend their Town Meetings on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month as well as the Town Council meeting right after at 7:30pm. To become a vendor or find out more about the town’s progress, visit www.townofeatonville.org or call 407/623-8900 Dr. Ro is the Director of Community Partnerships for an OCPS school as well as the author of “Be THAT!” She shared tips on developing student strengths by tapping into their interests via social media, music and more. She says it’s important to, “Make education fun and inclusive by meeting the students where they are.” Parents can keep up with student progress online using the Skyward app. You can also read more in her book, “Be THAT!” which uncovers real life examples to motivate you. To learn more, visit www.roneisharandall.com. January 10th is National Quitter’s Day. Reshell Smith, Finance Expert and owner of AMES Financial Solutions pointed out that by this time only 25% of Americans are still on track to meet their goals and 10% are still trying to stay on track by the end of the month. She gave us tips to stay the course and apps we can use as well. Try the calm app or headspace app first to get centered when it comes to dealing with money and then try keeping track with ynab.com (you need a budget). It’s never too late to get back on track and she shared that, “Accountability is key!” Visit her at www.amesfinancialsolutions.com

January 12, 2025

CENTRAL FLORIDA CELEBRATES DR. MARTIN LITHER KING/OUR HISTORY IS AMERICA’S HISTORY

Dana Mackey, President of the Southwest Jaycee’s, Rosene Johnson, from the City of Orlando’s MLK Commission and Dr. Earl Mowatt, Chair of the Orange County MLK Initiative discussed the plans to commemorate the 41st year of the legendary parade January 18th honoring Dr. King. This year the theme is based on “Mission Possible: Celebrating Unity, Love and Non-Violence which are some of the 6 Principles that Dr. King’s vision is based upon. More than 100 entrants have registered for the parade and festivities. For information on activities hosted by these two entities visit www.mlkorlando.com or www..https://www.orangecountyfl.net/CultureParks/DrMartinLutherKingJrInitiative.aspx and for other celebrations throughout Central Florida visit www.star945.com Dr. Lavon Bracy a Central Florida historian, shared her story of staring in the face of racism as a high school senior to integrate an Alachua County High School. She was the 1st black student to graduate in 1965, a mere decade beyond the passing of Brown vs. Board of Education in 1954. She was spit on, beaten to near death and given ultimatums that would have caused another person to give up, but this “brave Little Cookie” forged on to become the 1st black graduate that year. Dr. Bracy who comes from a family who fought for civil rights, believed it was her duty to change the face of desegregation in her county. Since then she is a sought after speaker and author of three books; Making them Whole, Beyond Bravery and Brave Little Cookie. Connect with her at lavonbracy@aol.com

January 5, 2025

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