1st Annual Kite Festival
1st Annual Kite Festival Presented by Phase Three Center, Inc.
Black History Month
Black History Month, also known as African American History Month, is an annual celebration that recognizes the remarkable achievements and pivotal role of African Americans in U.S. history. Let’s delve into its origins and significance:
Origins of Black History Month:
The story of Black History Month began in 1915, half a century after the Thirteenth Amendment abolished slavery in the United States.
In September of that year, historian Carter G. Woodson and minister Jesse E. Moorland founded the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History (ASNLH).
The ASNLH aimed to research and promote achievements by Black Americans and other people of African descent.
In 1926, they initiated a national Negro History Week, choosing the second week of February to coincide with the birthdays of Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass.
Schools and communities across the nation organized local celebrations, history clubs, performances, and lectures.
By the late 1960s, influenced by the civil rights movement and growing awareness of Black identity, Negro History Week evolved into Black History Month on many college campuses.
Official Recognition:
In 1976, President Gerald Ford officially recognized Black History Month.
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.”
Since then, every American president has designated February as Black History Month and endorsed a specific theme.
Mentor Meet and Greet
In honor of National Mentor Month, we want to show our appreciation by hosting a meet and greet for our new and potential mentors! This event will take place on January 26, from 11am-2pm. You will be able to obtain more information about how to become a mentor, what you will do as a mentor, and you’ll also meet the team! Light refreshments will be served.
Call (803) 757-1212 or email Info@Phase3Center.com with questions.
Thank Your Mentor Day
Thank Your Mentor Day is celebrated annually on January 21. It’s a day to express gratitude and appreciation towards your mentor. Mentors play an honorable role in helping people during times of crisis, providing guidance, and elevating them from difficult situations. They make remarkable differences in the lives of others, and this day is dedicated to honoring their contributions.
International Mentoring Day
On January 17th, International Mentoring Day fosters a global understanding of the mentoring movement throughout the world. The day also raises awareness for the global contributions of mentoring. It’s a time to celebrate the power of mentoring young people, build momentum, and broaden networks that bring people together.
I Am A Mentor Day
I Am A Mentor Day is an annual celebration marked on January 7 in honor of the mentors who play a vital role in people’s lives. Mentoring as a concept has gained momentum in recent years. People have emerged specifically as mentors who specialize in training and inspiring the youth towards good careers and lifestyles1.
History of I Am a Mentor Day: Mentors have co-existed in our society since ancient times. They have existed in the form of our parents, teachers, friends, or someone we feel comfortable around. Generally, parents are excluded from the list of people who can become mentors because it is their duty to guide their children. A mentor, according to largely accepted standards, is someone outside the immediate family who listens to you, makes you aware of your inner strengths, and nurtures you towards success. Throughout history, notable figures like Aristotle, Steve Jobs, Warren Buffett, David, and Tabrez have played their part as mentors who raised pupils even better than themselves. The concept of mentoring is crucial in bridging the generation gap and helping young people feel welcomed, understood, appreciated, and secureI Am A Mentor Day aims to encourage all those who have a hidden mentor in them to rise up and share their experiences1.
So, let’s celebrate and appreciate the mentors who guide and inspire us!
National Mentoring Month
National Mentoring Month is a campaign run throughout January by MENTOR and MENTOR Affiliates across the country. Launched in 2002, the campaign aims to unify and expand the mentoring movement, celebrate the power of relationships, and raise awareness around the importance of youth mentoring in the United States. During this month, we come together as a community to ignite passions, turn dreams into reality, and advocate for mentorship. By harnessing our collective voice, we recognize how one conversation, one experience, and one mentor can profoundly impact a young person’s life.
As we celebrate this month, let’s imagine a world where young people feel empowered, encouraged, and understood. Mentors play a vital role in making that world a reality by helping young individuals find their passions, excel in school, and thrive wherever they are.
Join us in using the hashtags #MentoringAmplifies and #MentoringMonth on social media throughout January to grow the movement and celebrate the power of supportive and meaningful mentor relationships!
Source: MENTOR website.
Giving Tuesday
Giving Tuesday
11.28 12:00AM-11:59PM
On this momentous day, we ask that you find a way to #Give back to our community by donating your time as a volunteer, donating financially to our organization to assist us in our cause, or donating to our clothing closet! No amount is too small! 🤍
