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Political Action, Education & Social Change

Saturday, February 28th, 2015
The event kicked off with a dance performance by the Young and Talented group.

The event began with a dance performance by the Young & Talented group.

Here are some photos from the Syracuse City School District’s 12th Annual African-American panel discussion, which was held at Edward Smith (K-8) School. The theme of this year’s event was “Political Action for Education and Social Change.”

During the ceremony,Darlene Dow from United States Post Office unveiled the commemorative stamp featuring architect Robert Robinson Taylor.

Syracuse Common Councilor Khalid Bey talked about his transition from college athletics to working in government.

Syracuse Common Councilor Khalid Bey talked about his transition from college athletics to working in government.

Newly appointed School Board Commissioner Mark Muhammad, a professor at Onondaga Community College told students he has high expectations for all SCSD children and he wants to increase graduation (rates) by continued participation in education.

Newly appointed School Board Commissioner Mark Muhammad, a professor at Onondaga Community College told students he has high expectations for all SCSD children and he wants to increase graduation (rates) by continued participation in education.

Evelyn Carter, Consumer Affairs Managers for Wegmans talked about the "Let's Move" Initiative.

Evelyn Carter, Consumer Affairs Manager for Wegmans, talked about the “Let’s Move” Initiative and the importance of healthy food choices.

Ed Smith School 5th grader Jabari Diggs does a great journalist impression while asking Professor Paula Johnson of SU a question.

Ed Smith School 5th grader Jabari Diggs (center) turned on his news anchor voice while asking SU Professor Paula Johnson a question during the panel.

On the front row dancers from the other Smith school (H.W. Smith) anxiously await their turn to perform.

On the front row dancers anxiously awaited their turn to perform in the finale.

Throwback Thursday: Then & Now

Thursday, June 13th, 2013
Muhammad School of Music visits Syracuse (center Henri Muhammad and Min. Mark Muhammad)

The Muhammad School of Music visited Syracuse from Buffalo (center Min. Mark Muhammad and Henri L. Muhammad) and held a rehearsal before their performance.

Here are two scenes inside the Merchants Common Building (downtown). The Muhammad School of Music visited the School of the heARTS about a decade ago, and currently the Syracuse Media Group (and Post Standard) has nearly completed their move to the property.

Syracuse Media Group Headquarters (under construction)

Syracuse Media Group Headquarters (under construction)