Black Educators Committee, Inc.
Rooted in the Community and Investing in its Future since 1968.
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tutoring
The Closing the Gap Free K-6 Tutoring Program launched Oct. 19, 2019, to offer remediation, enrichment, and scholastic advancement to all students in our communities. Every Saturday morning from 10am – Noon
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community service
As we look around our communities today, it is evident that we are confronted by the same disparities that inspired Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. to write Where Do We Go from Here Chaos or Community?
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training
The cry for teacher diversity, equity in education, and inclusion are not new “buzz” words in Black and Brown communities but rather the mantra. Studies have shown that “Black Teachers Improve Outcomes for Black Students”.
A MESSAGE FROM OUR PRESIDENT:
Vashti N. Burke, RP
The year was 1968, and while the world was wrought with racial violence, war and turbulence, dedicated black educators of Freeport, New York decided that it was time to ensure that there were educational opportunities awaiting any scholar who decided that higher education was the path up and out.
Today, Black Educators Committee, Incorporated is an inclusive organization made up of members of diverse backgrounds, from varied localities and fields of work, united for the purpose of strengthening the relationship between educators and the community, and providing deserving high school seniors with scholarships.
We are a resource for each other. We are the “representation that matters.” We are teachers, administrators, staff, parents, school board and community leaders with one corporate goal: Being Rooted in the Community and Investing in it’s Future! Almost sixty years later, we are still here standing, intentionally living out the legacy that was laid before us so long ago.
As BEC president, I invite you to join us in our mission!
SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION
We have a lot to offer and would like you to take advantage of all that is available to you.
FAQ
Below you will find some frequently asked questions. If you have any additional questions that you do not see below, please contact us so we can assist.
What is Black Educators Committee?
We are a non-profit 501 (c)(3) public charity that was founded in 1968 to work towards closing gaps that exist in communities of color.
Do you have to be a teacher to join Black Educators Committee?
No, anyone with a desire to serve in the community and use their talents towards uplifting our communities should become a member of the Black Educators Committee Inc.
How much are the dues?
The dues are $30 annually.
When are the meetings?
The General Assembly meetings are monthly and currently, they are virtual.
How do I join a sub-committee?
All financially active members are encouraged to volunteer and participate in sub-committees.
Does Black Educators Committee do any community service or activism?
We invest in our communities by fostering educationally focused programs and activities that empower our youth. We also provide scholarships to graduating High School seniors in their pursuit of higher education. Lastly, we sponsor, support and partner with other civic organizations to further the advancement of equity, diversity, and inclusion within our Black and Brown communities.
How to qualify for a scholarship?
All interested candidates must first fill out the BEC ScholarApp for the current year and successfully complete all requirements. Incomplete and/or late applications will not be considered.
What are In-Kind Donations?
In-Kind donations are tangible donations like goods and services. For example, school supplies for grades K-12 and college, book bags, office supplies, gift baskets, gift cards, clothing, and computers (preferably laptops and Chromebooks).
We’d love to hear from you!
CONTACT US NOW
Address
30 S. Ocean Ave, Suite 305
Freeport, NY 11520
Phone
(516) 218-1366
info@blackeducatorscommittee.org