02/03/2025
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♥️On behalf of the Englewood Public School District (EPSD) and Superintendent Dr. Marnie Hazelton, I am honored to personally invite you to join us for our Black History Month celebration on Thursday, February 20, 2025, at the Dizzy Gillespie Auditorium at DMHS.
♥️The event will take place from 6:30–8:00 PM, with a dinner reception starting at 5:00 PM.
❤️This year’s theme is Highlighting Unsung Heroes, a tribute to individuals who have shown extraordinary perseverance, resilience, and dedication to improving our community, particularly within the EPSD.
♥️We will honor several remarkable Englewood trailblazers by naming awards after them and presenting them to faculty and staff members who embody their spirit and legacy.
♥️The Award Categories:
♥️Jack Drakeford Award: This award honors individuals who have demonstrated outstanding service and leadership in our community, much like Mr. Jack Drakeford, whose work as a firefighter, city clerk and city manager made a lasting impact on Englewood.
♥️Glenda D. Frasier-McGee Award: Named after the tireless advocate for education and community empowerment, Mrs. Glenda D. Frasier-McGee, this award celebrates those who have made lasting contributions to the education and development of EPSD's youth.
♥️John T. Wright Award: This award recognizes individuals whose leadership and advocacy in the community reflect the pioneering spirit of Mr. John T. Wright, the first African American councilman in Englewood.
♥️Colonel Dolores H. Hampton Award: Named after Colonel Dolores H. Hampton, a trailblazer in the U.S. Army, community advocate, DMHS Alum, this award honors those who exhibit leadership, service and dedication to our community.
♥️As part of this celebration, we will also honor Thomas "Moose" Monroe as our featured Unsung Hero. Thomas Monroe
♥️We would be delighted for you and a guest to attend this special evening, which will feature inspiring performances by the DMHS Drumline, DMHS/Grieco Dance Troupes, as well as a poignant poem recitation recognizing the individuals who have shaped and continue to shape the Englewood community.
♥️Please RSVP today at https://forms.office.com/r/Zia2pvSuVN . If you have any questions or need further assistance, feel free to contact me.
Warm regards,
Janel F. Johnston
District Community Liaison
Englewood Public School District
274 Knickerbocker Road Englewood, NJ 07631
Phone: (201) 862- 6087
Cell: (201) 509 - 7889
Email: [email protected]
