A Discussion with Nikole Hannah-Jones on
Centering Black Students and Families

Colleagues,

At the center of Oregon’s work on equity is attention to what it means to belong and to create conditions in school engagement that support student belonging. The experiences of Black students and families can and must be centered in our state, including the fullness of Black histories and Black futures. 

ODE is pleased to invite you to participate in a discussion with Nikole Hannah-Jones. She is a critically acclaimed lead writer of “The 1619 Project.” The 1619 Project is an ongoing initiative from the New York Times that reframes the Black experience in American history and is a resource that is utilized as part of ODE’s Ethnic Studies program. 

About the Event

You are invited to join us on Friday, May 7, 2021 from 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm for a discussion with Nikole Hannah-Jones, moderated by TV anchor Ken Boddie. The discussion will focus on how the historical events detailed in the 1619 Project can and should inform how we create the conditions of belonging for Black students, families, and educators in Oregon.

All Oregon educators statewide are invited to attend. View this flyer to RSVP.

We encourage you to pass this invitation on to your network and community. Thank you!