Black History Month Kickoff

media release: Eight Scholars from Dane County’s One City Schools will help celebrate the start of Black History Month for members of the Wisconsin State Legislature. The Legislative Black Caucus, which includes members of both the State Senate and Assembly, is holding a kick-off celebration for Black History Month on Tuesday, February 4, at the State Capitol. The One City Scholars will start the event demonstrating their African drumming talents at 11:45 a.m.

“It’s an incredible honor for our One City Scholars, their families, and our community to help launch this important celebration at the Wisconsin State Capitol,” One City Schools Founder and CEO Kaleem Caire said. “Showcasing the talent of these Scholars really calls attention to the opportunity for what our tomorrows could be as a city, state and country. Doing so while recognizing the journey that got us as a people, as a community to this juncture, is so important given this moment in our nation’s history,” Caire added.

The One City Scholars drumming at the Black History Month celebration under the guidance and direction of Karen Shields are: Brooklyn Miller, Geremiah Hickembottom, Trevor Scott, Hanix Holmes, Mishael Pierre, Shardavia Burrell, Kah’liyah Aliomar, Rickey Fortune

The event starts at 11:45 a.m. on Tuesday, February 4^th in the first floor Rotunda of the Wisconsin State Capitol. The public is encouraged to attend for prayer, reflection, and thoughts from local and state leaders.

One City Schools of Dane County reflects the ingenuity possible in public education, providing an opportunity for young people to grow and thrive through innovative learning that creates paths to lifelong leadership and excellence. Located on two campuses: Madison’s South Side and Monona, One City Schools offers pre-school through 8^th grade learning. More information about One City Schools can be found at: www.onecityschools.org