Upcoming Events
ABCUSD Black Family Circle: College Fair Workshop
The ABCUSD High School Alliance is proud to present the ABCUSD Black Family Circle College Fair workshop, scheduled for Wednesday, February 3rd, 2021 from 6:00-7:30 p.m. The second module of four sessions, the College Fair workshop will provide attendees will valuable information about the college, including: Preparing for College applications; Admissions, Campus Life; and Special Programs to support Black Students and Families. Special Guests include representatives from: Cerritos College, CSU, Long Beach, UC Irvine, USC and the University of Chicago as well ABCUSD Teacher/Coach, Jeffrey Myles who will discuss Black Student organizations and fraternities and sororities
This event is for both students and parents/guardians - we hope to see all of you there!.
To attend the Black Family Circle: College Fair Workshop register here.
School Social Action Week- Black History Month Kick Off
WHSBAA x NEA Ed Justice
WHSBAA took the National Education Association's EdJustice pledge and now it’s time to create the action. To kick off Black History Month, we are committed to ensuring that Black Lives Matter At School too.
The National Education Association has laid the foundation to take action with educators and allies by leading the way for change across the country during Black Lives Matter at School Week of Action, starting
February 1st:
2/1 Monday: Support Black teachers
WHSBAA has selected 3 ABCUSD teachers, of the Diapsora, to donate $100 gift cards too. These Black educators are not only committed to support Black students, but have done a phenomenal job supporting all students within ABCUSD. Check our Facebook and Instagram account on Monday to find out more about these amazing educators.
2/2 Tuesday: Mobilize for safe and just schools
2/3 Wednesday: Ensure Black students thrive
2/4 Thursday: Teach Black stories
2/5 Friday: Make this a year of purpose
Do you want to join us and take the pledge as well? Click here.
Interested in joining our efforts, contact us eboard@whsblackalumni.org
ABCUSD High School Alliance Presents: Black Family Circle
This will be the inaugural meeting of the ABCUSD High School Alliance Black Family Circle. During this meeting, attendees will hear from district and community leaders specifically regarding the purpose, mission, and vision of the Black Family Circle.
ABCUSD Board of Trustee Candidate Town Hall
On Thursday, October 15th from 6:45 to 8:30 pm the Whitney High School Black Family Collective invites you to meet the candidates for ABC School Board Trustees. This November there will be a school board election for four of the seven seats. Four is a significant number because it represents a board majority.
Three of the current board trustees, Leticia Mendoza, Sophia Tse, and Chris Apodaca are up for re-election. However, there are some newcomers that are campaigning to be trustees as well, Brad Beach, Mel Cortez, and Michael Eugenio. With the state of affairs within our nation, now more than ever, it is important to be informed about the issues that effect us and the people that represent us. This town hall is an opportunity to hear directly from the school board members and potential board members.
To attend the event, please register by visiting https://tinyurl.com/WHSBAATownHall2020
We look forward for you to join us Thursday, October 15th from 6:45 to 8:30pm
PLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT IS IN NO WAY SPONSORED OR SANCTIONED BY/ON BEHALF OF THE ABC UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT OFFICE. ABCUSD REMAINS NEUTRAL IN ALL ELECTION MATTERS.
WHS Black History 101: The Black Experience at Whitney High School
It is imperative that while we are laying the foundation for our collective Black family community, that we also understand the nuances of our experiences through one another's respective lens. Join us as we conduct our first annual accelerated course - Black History 101: Intro to the WHS Black Experience. On this evening, we will time travel through the 80s, 90s, early 2000s, 2010s, and arrive safely at the students currently walking through those hallways with collapsable walls lined with orange lockers. If you would like to contribute to this presentation or send pictures from your own personal archives, please feel free to reach out to socialmedia@whsblackalumni.org.