Over the weekend, 100 Black Parents’ Reclaiming The Village series brought together Black families, community leaders, and educators at Garfield High School to address deep-seated issues facing Black students and families in Seattle. Deaunte Damper, Community Engagement for the King County Regional Office for Gun Violence, met with key figures at the event who gave insight and strategy into increasing parental engagement, cultural identity, and community-led solutions.
Rebuilding Trust and Taking Accountability
Marcus Stubblefield, a consultant and strategic advisor who previously served in the King County Executive’s office, said that the core mission of Reclaiming The Village is to bring Black families to the forefront in supporting students through lack of safety and declining academic performances…