As a school district that values diversity, we believe Black History should be celebrated 365 days a year — 366 in a leap year. The diverse histories, experiences, stories and voices of Black people should be recognized, honored, and uplifted every day.

We also value the fundamental opportunity Black History Month offers schools to acknowledge African Americans as critical to the past, present and future, and we recognize the importance, relevance and origins of Black History Month.

It was exciting to participate in the 29th African American Honor Roll Celebration on Feb. 16 to celebrate our African American scholars, their families, and the community. As an educator, I cherish these opportunities to recognize the brilliance of our Black scholars and our collective effort to ensure that they are realizing their boundless potential.  

Throughout the month of February, San Francisco public schools host a multitude of lessons, events, performances and more to celebrate Black excellence. To get the ideas flowing, check out our updated San Francisco Unified School District Black History Month Resource Guide. This guide is a compilation of resources from blogs, news outlets, reference guides and community organizations that teachers can incorporate into units and lessons throughout the year. 

Thank you for all that you continue to do each day in service of students and families.

• Visit sfusd.edu/empoweredlearning for monthly training offerings, office hours, as well as the payroll clinic schedule.
• Read Dr. Wayne's latest update about EMPowerSF (Feb. 13, 2023)