Centre for Black Student Excellence
YRDSB is pleased to have launched the Centre for Black Student Excellence in May 2022, a space committed to the promotion of Dismantling Anti-Black racism and amplifying voices that have been historically marginalized.
We invite you to explore our new online presence at www.yrdsb.ca/blackexcellence to:
- Access videos, resources and information about community partners.
- Learn more about our work to dismantle anti-Black racism, guided by our strategy.
- Celebrate Black excellence through video, feature stories, podcasts and more.
- Find out about programs available to Black students and families.
- Check out our new community newsletter.
- And much more.
Partners
The Alliance of Educators for Black Students(AEBS) is committed to promoting well-being and excellence in achievement for students of African/ Caribbean heritage. You can follow them on Twitter@AEBSyrdsb
Learn more about Black community agencies that provide supports in your area:
ANCHOR (Formerly Vaughan African Canadian Association (VACA)
Markham African Caribbean Canadian Association (MACCA)
Newmarket African Caribbean Canadian Association (NACCA)
The Black Foundation of Community Networks (BFCN)
York Region Alliance of African Canadian Communities (YRAACC)
Upcoming Events at YRDSB
Alliance of Educators for Black Students (AEBS) Annual Student Achievement Awards 2022 | “Celebrating Black Excellence”
School staff may nominate a student in Grades 4-12 for demonstrating success in one of the following areas: the arts, academics, athletics, and citizenship. Please speak to your school administrator for further information.
Date: Wednesday, June 8, 2022
Time: 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm (EST)
Location: Virtual
Scholarships
BFCN Scholarship BFCN believes that access to education of all forms is important for the continued success and development of youth in our community. Their Scholarship Program is designed to address a few of the gaps and barriers in order to increase access to post-secondary education and support Black students and their families.
Deadline: July 31, 2022
The Markham African Caribbean Canadian Association (MACCA) will be awarding Scholarships of $1,000 to each selected recipient. Selection is based on students’ involvement and dedication to their community and academic achievements. One outstanding student that excels in these areas and demonstrates that they have gone above and beyond will receive the President’s award.
Deadline: June 30, 2022
Upcoming Community Events
York Region Alliance of African Canadian Communities (YRAACC) and Sankofa Mentoring Program | Summer Outdoor Program
The Sankofa Program is offering a solution to online fatigue. The entire family is invited to reconnect and have fun. Join on most Saturdays for family fun, / food /games, prizes, African drumming, and workshops to bring the community together. For more information visit YRAACC.
Date: Most Saturdays May 25 to September 17, 2022
Time: 10 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Location: In person, sunshine or rain, at the Safety Village in Markham 3291 Stouffville Rd, Whitchurch-Stouffville, ON L4A 7X5
Register now as space is limited.
Markham African Caribbean Canadian Association (MACCA) | YRDSB
Pandemic Recovery: Summer Reading Camp
MACCA Markham is hosting a summer reading and robotics camp.
Date: July 11-August 19, 2022
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Location: Unionville Meadows P.S., 365 South Unionville Avenue, Markham
Registration Fee: $100
Register by phone: 905-946-9998
SHINE Podcast
Listen to the SHINE Podcast
SHINE is a YRDSB podcast that features voices from the Black community. It introduces conversations that inspire and challenge. Guests share their lived experiences, advice, industry expertise and more.
Recent Episodes include:
- Dr. Olubimpe Ayeni
- Jayden Hamilton (Lil’ J Hollywood)
- Jillian Danford (Auntie Jillian)
- Saeed Renaud