Special Presentation: Dr. Jawanza Kunjufu

Date
Tuesday, October 16, 2012 - 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Where
LBJ High School Theatre, 7309 Lazy Creek Dr.

What:The Austin Independent School District invites the community to attend a special presentation by Dr. Jawanza Kunjufu, a celebrated author and speaker on topics that address diversity in urban school districts. The special presentation will address ways to close the racial academic achievement gap and how to develop students to become self-disciplined. The event will include remarks by Dr. Kunjufu and AISD students and leaders, as well as a question and answer session. Dr. Kunjufu is a graduate of Morgan State University and the Union Graduate College. An expert in issues related to racial disparities in public education, Dr. Kunjufu has been a guest on Oprah and frequents the Michael Baisden show. He has spoken at universities across the country and has provided consulting services to many urban school districts. Child care and interpretation services will be provided. For more information, please contact the community engagement team at 414-4457.