Florida Sentinel Bulletin

CELEBRATION HONORS THE RETIREMENT OF HENRY ‘SHAKE’ WASHINGTON, SR.

Family, friends, co-workers and former co-workers joined Henry “Shake’ Washington, Sr. to celebrate the end of his 42-year career. The Tampa native rose through the ranks as an educator, ending his career as an Area Superintendent for the Hillsborough County School District. The celebration was held at Middleton Senior High School, his alma mater and where he became principal of the newly-opened school in 2002. Family members who joined Washington and his wife, Cheryl, seated, at the celebration were: James and Anna Beauford, Allen and Jennifer Byrd, Dr. JaMia Washington (daughter); grandchildren: Destiny, Skylar and Zion Washington; Mr. and Mrs. Henry (Ivy) Washington, Jr. (son); and Hattie Byrd White. (Photograph by Lomax McIntyre)

MEN OF VISION ALUMNI ATTEND AWARDS CEREMONY 

Ross Anderson, Founder of the Men of Vision, Inc., held the organization’s 11^th Annual Academic Achievement Ceremony & Mother’s Day Celebration on May 12^th. It was held in the Auditorium of Blake High School. The event is designed t0 recognize the academic success of the young members and their mothers who provided support for the young men. In addition to celebration of the upcoming graduation of 20 members, several alumni were present at the event. Hillsborough County Judge Daryl Manning was the Keynote Speaker and Rod Carter, Anchor for Channel 8 Weekend News, was the Master of Ceremony. Members of the Men of Vision Alumni who attended the ceremony were from left to right: Chris Webb, Class of 2013; Elvin Bowen, Class of 2015; Wildens Cajuste, Class of 2014; Jamal Lark, Class of 2013; Marquavius Hamilton, Class of 2015; Ross Anderson, Founder;  DeVonta McCall, Renaldo James, and Judd Barthelemy, (all members of the (Class of 2012); Timothy Nobles, Class of 2013; and James Eliassaint- Anderson, Class of 2012. Not shown in the photograph are: Steven Smith, Class of 2011; Daniel Smithen and Daniel Diaz, Class of 2016, and Travon Brown, Class of 2013. (Photograph by Frederick Harris).

TAMPA POLICE DEPARTMENT’S BLACK HISTORY COMMITTEE AWARDS $10,000 IN SCHOLARSHIPS

The Tampa Police Department Black History Committee recently presented $10,000 in scholarships to graduating seniors to help them financially as they pursue their educational endeavors. The 2017 award recipients represent both public and private schools in Hillsborough County. Each of the 10 recipients received a $1,000 scholarship. The 2017 award recipients are from left to right: Brianna Blake, Leah Jenkins, Armand Chalk, Lamine Diagne, Gabriella Badmus, Dimitri Pun, Chief Eric Ward, Stephanie Febus, Davis Dees and Janay Jefferson. Susannah Watson is not shown in the photograph. (Photograph courtesy of Tampa Police Department).

TRACK TEAM CELEBRATES SUCCESSFUL SEASON 

Members of the TrackStarz Track Club celebrated their success during the FHSAA Track finals. The students, who are students at various high schools throughout Hillsborough County, gathered at the Olive Garden Restaurant for the celebration. The youngsters were encouraged to continue to strive for excellence individually as well as a member of the team. The celebration took place on May 10^th. Some of those in attendance at the celebration were on the front row: Zayne Jack and Coach Roosevelt Cooper. Shown on the second row are: Dennarius Murphy, Ken’naria Gadson, Kailiece Harris, Savyon Toombs, Serena Gadson, and Jamia Hickman. Dana Elkalazani, Searra Woods, and Rachel Hagans are not shown. (Photograph by TOBY SCOTT).

CDC OF TAMPA, INC. YOUTH LEADERSHIP MOVEMENT SENIOR CELEBRATION

The Corporation to Development Communities (CDC) of Tampa, Inc. Youth Leadership Movement held its High School Senior Celebration on April 20, 2017 at Cyrus Greene Center. The event recognizes the high school seniors who are graduating, and are graduating out of the CDC program. Students seated from left are: Jamia Mack, Antania Dixon, Taja Booquet, Wilnaya Reeves, Ashati Grier, Khadeejah Boyd, Talia Moment, Jani Gladden, Mya Williams and Tatyana Talien. Standing: Kelani Fhelps, Shaquanna Black, A’Larrya Hicks, Kyla Neal, Chrissa Denson, Sandy Therldor, Peterson Merantus, Destiny Lee, My’Tia Pegues, Daaysha Russ-Means, David Ford and Jayquan Hargrove. (Photograph by BRUNSON)

HBCU COLLEGE FAIR AT HOWARD W. BLAKE HIGH SCHOOL  

Howard W. Blake High School of the Performing Arts was the site of an Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) College Fair and Decision Day last month. Among the colleges and universities with representatives in attendance were: Spelman College, Bethune-Cookman University, Florida A&M University, Hillsborough Community College, Cheyney University, Edward Waters College, and Florida Memorial University. These members of the Blake High School Urban Teaching Academy who assisted with the event are: Ayanna Anderson, Chaya Baptiste, Jael Baptiste, Alana Blocker, Julissa Flores, Samiyah Thomas and Derricka Whyte. Ms. Sherryne Scriven, College and Career Counselor at Blake, coordinated the event. (Photograph by BRUNSON)

HBCU COLLEGE FAIR AT HOWARD W. BLAKE HIGH SCHOOL  

Howard W. Blake High School of the Performing Arts was the site of an Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) College Fair and Decision Day last month. Among the colleges and universities with representatives in attendance were: Spelman College, Bethune-Cookman University, Florida A&M University, Hillsborough Community College, Cheyney University, Edward Waters College, and Florida Memorial University. These members of the Blake High School Urban Teaching Academy who assisted with the event are: Ayanna Anderson, Chaya Baptiste, Jael Baptiste, Alana Blocker, Julissa Flores, Samiyah Thomas and Derricka Whyte. Ms. Sherryne Scriven, College and Career Counselor at Blake, coordinated the event. (Photograph by BRUNSON)