As Black History Month came to a close on February 28, two events were held to celebrate the contributions of African Americans to American history and culture. The Black Educators’ Caucus of Hernando County organized a project contest for students in kindergarten through 12th grade to honor African-American trailblazers who defied the odds to improve society. The theme was “African-American Pioneers Helped Shape America and Advanced Freedom.”
The contest, held in honor of the late Bonatha (Bonnie) Greer Inmon, a long-time teacher at Spring Hill Elementary, featured students making posters depicting well-known African Americans and giving oral presentations. Judges included Demetrice Sanders with the Hernando County Education Foundation, Erica Mobley, a fifth-grade math teacher, and Dr. Eshonda Swakard, adjunct professor at Pasco-Hernando State College. The event was attended by Richard Inmon, principal at Brooksville Elementary School and Bonnie’s son, as well as her husband.
The first division of the contest was open to students in kindergarten through fifth grade and consisted of two age groups: kindergarten through second grade and third through fifth grade. Participants were required to create posters and give oral presentations explaining their work. The contest aims to nourish and motivate young people to succeed, just like the African-American pioneers they studied.
The event concluded on Saturday, February 28, showcasing the projects and celebrating the past, present, and future of African Americans. For more information on the Black Educators’ Caucus of Hernando County, visit their website or contact them directly.
Originally reported by Hernando Sun
Sources: Hernando Sun
