Oprah Winfrey is one of the most influential people in the world. A self-made billionaire, philanthropist, author, speaker, and media mogul, she has changed the world with her altruism and monumental career! Thank you for all you do for our world, @Oprah! #Excellence #ThankYou

Celebrating and Honoring Black History Month and our MSD Warren Educators: Mr. Garrett Gammons
Favorite Quote
"Leadership is mobilizing others to make progress on our most difficult challenges." - Adaptive Leadership

Thursday, February 13: All MSD Warren Township Schools will operate on normal start schedules.
Second-grade scholars hard at work! Great job, Room 1!!! #HawkNation

Julia Carson was the first Black woman (and first EVER woman!!) to represent Indiana in the United States Congress. Thank you for paving the way, Julia Carson! Your accomplishments will not be forgotten. #Excellence #SheTookAction

Did you know? Black History Month was first officially recognized by President Gerald Ford in 1976. He called upon the public to “seize the opportunity to honor the too-often neglected accomplishments of Black Americans in every area of endeavor throughout our history.”
Bayard Rustin was one of the primary strategists and organizers of the March on Washington in 1963. He served his community as an activist and civil rights leader until his death in 1987. #HeTookAction #Excellence

Celebrating and Honoring Black History Month and our MSD Warren Educators: Ms. Jennifer Rogers
Favorite Quote
"Be a rainbow is someone's cloud." - Maya Angelou

Mindful or Mind Full? Extend our school-wide lesson on the social, emotional, and academic benefits of Mindfulness by asking your student to tell you about this picture! Which individual is being mindful? Which has their mind full? Ask your student to discuss the difference!

Mrs. Williams' class demonstrating ALL parts of CORE! We are so proud of this great group! #HawkNation

In 1955, 15-year-old Claudette Covlin chose not to sit at the back of a bus. "Touting her constitutional rights to remain seated near the middle of the vehicle, Colvin challenged the driver and was subsequently arrested. She was the first woman to be detained for her resistance."

John Mercer Langston was the first Black attorney in the United States and the first Black person to ever hold an elected office in the United States! #HeTookAction #Excellence

It's a WONDER WARREN WEDNESDAY at Hawthorne Elementary School! #HawkNation #TakeAction
Coretta Scott King was an activist, author, and civil rights leader. After her husband's assassination, she raised her 4 children while working to further her late husband's legacy. She was a tireless advocate for African American rights, and she never let adversity stop her.

Celebrating and Honoring Black History Month and our MSD Warren Educators: Mr. Jamison Lockridge
Favorite Quote
"If you love what you do, you'll never work a day in your life." - The Grandmother of Jamison Lockridge

Alice Coachman was the first Black woman to win an Olympic Gold Medal! In 1948, she won the high jump at the London Olympics. She earned 34 national titles and was officially inducted into the National Track-and-Field Hall of Fame in 1975 + U.S. Olympic Hall of Fame in 2004!!!!

These two members of our Dean's Team were showing CORE in the hallway and serving as role models for younger students! They are both in Mr. Collier's class and are consistent examples of EXCELLENCE. Thanks, ladies! #TakeAction

Celebrating and Honoring Black History Month and our MSD Warren Educators: Mr. Greg Butler
Favorite Quote
"Everyone will learn, but what and how much depends on what we do." - Greg Butler

Monday Vibes at Hawthorne :) All of us in Hawk Nation wish YOU an excellent week!!

So grateful for our building sub, Mrs. Tucker!! She is such a wonderful addition to our Hawthorne family.
