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RPES honors ‘difference makers’
From left, Jessica Lockett, LaRoyia Turner, and Bishop Catadro North News Staff Report During the Black History program at Rachel Patterson Elementary School Wednesday, Feb. 28, students and faculty not only celebrated heritage, they also recognized three “difference makers” within their school community and celebrated their contributions and positive impact they make in the lives of others.Principal Toya McMillian announced the catalysts for change – RPES teacher Jessica Lockett, student…
RPES celebrates Black history
Students display pictures of prominent Black Americans News staff report Rachel Patterson Elementary School students celebrated Black History Month Wednesday, Feb. 28.The program was as follows:Directress of Order – LaTia WrightPledge of Allegiance – led by C’Moria Crenshaw and Anastasia TaylorWelcome – Ryla Crayton and Taheri PeoplesSong – This Little Light of MineRecital “Who Am I” – Second Grade StudentsSong “I’m Grateful”Poem – “Hey Black Child” – First Grade StudentsSong…
‘From generation to generation’
From left, Principal Forrest Jones, Mary Figgers as Harriet Tubman, speaker Harold Dailey By SHERRY DIGMONNews Publisher The theme for the Escambia County Middle School Black history program was “From Generation to Generation.” The theme was carried out as students noted outstanding Black citizens from 1700 through 2000.The speaker for the program was Harold Dailey, retired educator who has never really retired. He continues to volunteer in the system when…
Obituaries, week of March 6, 2024
Melissa Kay Ellis Mrs. Melissa Kay Ellis, age 66, passed away Wednesday, February 28, 2024 in Flomaton, Ala. She was a native of Century, Fla. and a lifelong resident of Flomaton. She was a member of Gospel Light Chapel. She was devoted to her family and a dedicated caregiver to her son. She was a proud member of Poarch Band of Creek Indians and enjoyed fishing and watching Alabama football.…