Black History Month Door Decorating Contest Bexley Middle School students and staff celebrated Black History Month with a door decorating contest that highlighted messages of history, culture and unity. The winning door, created by Mrs. (Señora) Maria Zeman, featured the message “I Choose to Love, Not Hate,” reflecting the spirit of the month and the importance of kindness, respect and understanding.
Kelly Starling Lyons Inspires Young Readers Elementary students at Montrose, Cassingham and Maryland welcomed children’s author Kelly Starling Lyons for special Black History Month assemblies celebrating stories, identity and perseverance. Students sang “Lift Every Voice and Sing” and explored Lyons’ books featuring Black protagonists. Kindergarten and first-grade students also received a copy of her Ty’s Travels series to take home. Community Voices Panel Community leaders shared their lived experiences as African American residents of Bexley and Ohio during a special panel discussion. Speakers included State Senator Hearcel Craig, State Representative Dontavius Jarrells, Bexley Chamber of Commerce President Bryan Drewry, OSU Professor Dr. Eva George and Bexley Athletic Coordinator Carleton McGrady.
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