Title: National Historically Black Colleges and Universities Month

Recommendation:
I recommend the School Board adopt the proclamation recognizing September, 2005 as National Historically Black Colleges and Universities Month.

Description: There are 105 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in the Nation, four in the State of Florida, which were founded prior to 1964.  HBCUs make a strong and unique contribution to the United States by providing an education to many socioeconomically-disadvantaged young people among the nation's African American and other minority populations.  The Nation's HBCUs provide a supportive environment in which qualities of leadership, strong values and character are developed, along with a strong sense of identify and self-actualization.

Financial Impact:
None

For Additional Information, contact:
Gerald Williams
williamsg@palmbeach.k12.fl.us
Nat Harrington
harrington@palmbeach.k12.fl.us
Vickie Middlebrooks
middlebrooks@palmbeach.k12.fl.us

Attachments (list):
National Historically Black Colleges and Universities Month.doc