Black History Month Events 2018
Posted on 01/29/2018
Rockdale County Public Schools proudly celebrates the achievements, contributions and global heritage of African-Americans for Black History Month 2018. Here are just a few of the events, exhibits, performances and activities throughout the district:
Friday, Feb. 9
Heritage High School, HBCU Program
Friday, Feb. 16
Honey Creek Elementary, Black History Month Showcase
Thursday, Feb. 22
Gen. Ray Davis Middle School, Black History Month Program, throughout day.
Guest speaker Mama Koku, Wren's Nest Rambler (storyteller)
Friday, Feb. 23
Rockdale County High School, Black History Month Program, “Black Excellence” by RCHS G.I.F.T.S. Club, 7 p.m., (Open to public) Tickets $5 adults, $3 students, public invited.
Monday, Feb. 26
Honey Creek Elementary, Black History Month Quiz Bowl
Tuesday, Feb. 27
Flat Shoals Elementary, Black History Month program, 6 p.m.
Tuesday, Feb. 27
J.H. House Elementary, Black History Month showcase, 6 p.m.
Poster contest and narrative essay writing
Feb. 26 - March 2
Edwards Middle School, Walk-In Black History Museum, displays throughout hallways and building
Wednesday, Feb. 28
Edwards Middle School, Black History Month Special Guest Speaker
Wednesday, Feb. 28
Conyers Middle School, Black History Month Program, three guest speakers, throughout morning.
Art Contest, winners displayed during BHM Program
Spoken Word Contest, ongoing throughout the month
Monday, March 5
Lorraine Elementary School, Black History Month Showcase, throughout the day