Specialized High Schools and SHSAT Workshop for Parents
On November 8th, we held a Specialized High Schools and SHSAT workshop for 5th through 8th grade parents. This event is part of our Empowerment Through Education workshop series. Parents learned how they can get their child into a Specialized High School. Our workshops help parents to ensure their child’s successful future and guide them on the path to the School-to-Success Pipeline. This workshop was held on Zoom and streamed live on our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/AfricanMattersNY/videos/426233152327472
Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) Workshop
On August, African Matters in collaboration with African Advisory Council, Africans Help Desk, and BronxWorks held a workshop on the Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) for families. The ERAP workshop was presented by Jordan Dewbre, Esq. from BronxWorks. The workshop was streamed live on our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/AfricanMattersNY/videos/345544810612073
Empowerment Through Education (ETE) Workshops
Understanding the IEP (Individualized Education Plan)
Families learn their rights to request an evaluation of their child for an IEP (Individualized Education Plan) and the process.
Student Support Services
Families learn proactive strategies to support students academic and behavior needs and understand the RTI - Response to Intervention process.
Specialized High Schools & SHSAT
Families learn how you can get your child into a specialized High School. Ensure your child’s successful future and guide them on the path to the School-to-Wealth Pipeline.
English As A Second Language (ESL)
African Matters ESL classes address the needs of African immigrants in the community. Individuals will take an entry level and needs assessment ESL test . . .
College Preparation
The two College Preparation Workshops will promote the value of a college education, assist students and families with their selection of colleges to apply to, assist them with the process of obtaining financial . . .
General Civics & Advocacy
These workshops will address the community’s lack of knowledge of our government at the federal, state and municipal levels as well as the types of advocacy employed . . .
Adult Career & Continuing Education
Resources to assist with financial aid for continuing education, improving your skills, and learning about new career opportunities; including meeting prospective employers.
Resume Writing and Interview Preparation
This workshop provides resume writing assistance including an overview of the essential elements of a resume, interview preparation, and interview etiquette for job seekers.
Citizenship Test Preparation
The course will include preparation for the test and in person interview needed for US citizenship. It will culminate in a practice test to assess the individuals readiness.