Maya Angelou Schools • See Forever Foundation

Is your house feeling especially small? Do you need some fresh air? Have you eaten literally everything? Get out, take a walk, and be inspired on the National Mall. #WashingtonDC

Peter Westbrook, a trailblazer who shattered barriers as the first Black American fencer to win an Olympic medal, has passed away. Beyond his historic achievement, Peter dedicated his life to coaching and mentoring underserved youth in New York, shaping future champions both on and off the piste. His legacy of perseverance, mentorship, and excellence will continue to inspire generations to come. Rest in power, Peter.

On what would have been her 100th birthday, let us celebrate Shirley Chisholm’s brilliance, determination, and grace. So many of us stand on her broad shoulders. With her spirit and in honor of her legacy, let us continue to speak truth to power and fight for equality and justice for all.

Louder for the people in the back… DO NOT BUY WHERE YOU WILL NOT BE HIRED📢

Farewell to a Legend: Last Surviving Buffalo Soldier, Robert W. Dixon, Dies at 103 Today, we honor the extraordinary life of Robert Walter Dixon, the last surviving Buffalo Soldier, who passed away on November 15, 2024, at the age of 103. Born in 1921 in Manhattan, Dixon enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1941 at the start of World War II. He proudly served as a corporal in the Buffalo Soldiers regiment, where he and his fellow troops trained cadets at West Point in horseback riding and mounted tactics. These soldiers not only served their country but also broke barriers in the face of segregation and inequality. After the war, Dixon continued to exemplify leadership and service. He worked at IBM in Poughkeepsie, rising to become a manager before retiring in 1977. In his later years, he dedicated himself to his community in Albany, serving as a pastor and a civic leader. He chaired the city's Community Police Review Board and led efforts to memorialize the legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. In 2021, Dixon returned to West Point for the dedication of a monument honoring the Buffalo Soldiers, a powerful reminder of the regiment's contributions and his role in shaping history. Robert W. Dixon’s life was one of resilience, courage, and service. His passing marks the end of an era, closing the chapter on the living legacy of the Buffalo Soldiers. He leaves behind his wife, Georgia, and an enduring impact on the country he served. Rest in power, Corporal Robert W. Dixon. Your legacy will never be forgotten. 👇 nytimes.com/2024/11/27/us/…

🗓️ Next week on #GivingTuesday, December 3rd, we ask that you consider supporting our multi-campus @MayaSchools Well-Being initiative to keep scholars, families and faculty #MayaThriving

💚 Embraced self-compassion and self-kindness 💚 Used ground techniques during a challenging moment 💚 Enforced a boundary 💚 Asked for help 💚 Went to that appointment 💚Muted your inner-critic and intrusive thoughts 💚 Made an important phone call 💚 Said no to harmful urges

🧵To help the next generation of emerging adults, our scholars need those around them to embody self-health and happiness 🦋 If you did any of these today, be proud of yourself Maya Community ⤵️ 💚 Kept calm during a conflict, online or offline 💚 Said yes to eating

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Inventions that wouldnt exist without Black Women. —THREAD— Valerie Thomas, NASA physicist, invented 3D Movies In 1977, she developed the illusion transmitter, the 1st mechanism that allowed images to be viewed in 3D using concave mirrors & light rays.

Please help us welcome our newest addition, Supreme CART Justice! 🤗 📚

Good morning ☀️ Sharing a little positivity & gratitude to start the week from our #Ward7 Backpack Giveaway this weekend with @ERFSC 🙏🏾📚🎒🥰

A member of the Harlem Hellfighters, which were an all-Black infantry unit in WWI (1914-1918) who spent more time in combat than any previous other American unit.

💻Our Grads have studied and prepared for their upward trajectory – their future is now! Uplift the accomplishments of our incredible scholars by supporting the Class of 2024. Donations will purchase a tablet for every student who has earned a HS or GED Diploma this year🎓

On Juneteenth, we commemorate the anniversary of the delayed news of freedom reaching the enslaved people of Galveston, Texas. Let’s keep building on the work of the generations who came before us and making sure that the arc of the moral universe continues to bend towards justice.

👩🏾‍🎓 Many of the Class of 2024 graduates have what others would see as insurmountable obstacles to get to and through Senior year. Your Spring contributions supply each Maya grad with a tablet to help them succeed with their college or career plan of choice this Fall and beyond.

🦋 Your registration helps Maya achieve our goal of providing top-notch learning resources and Mental Health services for opportunity and justice-involved youth at our 5 campuses.

Participants will receive an award and this year's Race Shirt and are invited to the #MilesforMaya Awards Ceremony at our Community Wellness Fair 🎈 👟 With our virtual 5K, you can move your feet anywhere at anytime before Midnight while still helping the Maya Community.

☀There's still time in the day to rekindle your love for biking, running and walking - all in the name of supporting the Maya Angelou Schools by registering for the Miles for Maya 5K! Visit tinyurl.com/MilesForMaya20… to sign-up 📋