PGCPS HALL OF FAME

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Frid ay, October 18, 2019 - 6 PM MGM National Harbor Prince George’s County Public Schools Hall of Fame

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Musical Prelude Simple Elements Jazz Band at Dr. Henry A. Wise High School under the Direction of Mr Alphonso Jiles, Ed.S. Introduction Performance Center for the Visual and Performing Arts at Suitland High School – Dance Department “Nevertheless She Persisted” Choreography: Linda Hallman-Darr & Janette Gillis Introduction of Mistress of Ceremonies Mr. Vincent Lan Chief Executive Officer Scholarship Recipient Eleanor Roosevelt High School Alum Mistress of Ceremonies Mrs. Tracee Wilkins Prince George’s County Bureau Chief for NBC4 Washington High Point High School Alum Welcome Dr. Monica E. Goldson, Chief Executive Officer Prince George’s County Public Schools Potomac High School Alum Greetings Angela Alsobrooks, Esq. Prince George’s County Executive Dr. Alvin Thornton, Chair Prince George’s County Board of Education Invocation/Blessing of Food Pastor Jonathan L. Weaver Greater Mount Nebo African Methodist Episcopal Church Bowie, Maryland Dinner

Video Presentation / Sponsor Recognition Mr. Edward Burroughs III, Vice Chair Prince George’s County Board of Education District 8 Representative Crossland High School Alum

Mr. K. Alexander Wallace, District 7 Representative Prince George’s County Board of Education Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High School Alum

The Excellence in Education Foundation for PGCPS, Inc. 2019 Award/Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Dr. Monica E. Goldson, Chief Executive Officer Prince George’s County Public Schools

Chief Executive Officer’s Award of Excellence Dr. Tuajuanda C. Jordan Suitland High School ’78

PGCPS Hall of Fame Class of 2019 Senator Thomas V. Mike Miller, Jr. Distinguished Public Servant Surrattsville High School ’60 Celeste Williams Distinguished Educator Sugar Ray Leonard Distinguished Athlete Parkdale High School ’74 Pastor John K. Jenkins Sr. Distinguished Humanitarian DuVal High School ’76 Delegate Jazz Lewis Distinguished Young Leader Charles Herbert Flowers High School ’07 Kenny Lattimore Distinguished Professional Eleanor Roosevelt High School ’85

Gala Entertainment Mr. Kenny Lattimore – Singer, Songwriter, Philanthropist and 2019 PGCPS Hall of Fame Inductee Dancing

2019 Hall of Fame Gala Like None Other 1 2 The Excellence in Education Foundation for PGCPS, Inc. Prince George’s County Board of Education 14201 School Lane • Upper Marlboro, Maryland 20772 • www.pgcps.org

BOARD OF EDUCATION Greetings Hall of Fame Inductees: Telephone: 301-952-6115 Facsimile: 301-952-6114 On behalf of the Prince George’s County Board of Education, we extend to you our congratulations on your selection as 2019 Hall of Fame Inductees by Board Chair the Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS). It is a high honor to be Alvin Thornton, Ph.D. selected as members of the PGCPS Hall of Fame’s inaugural class.

Board Vice Chair The Board of Education is pleased to join PGCPS and the Excellence in Edward P. Burroughs, III Education Foundation in honoring and celebrating its first class of Hall of Board Members Fame Inductees recognizing their diverse accomplishments as humanitarians in education, the arts, athletics, spiritual, public and business affairs. We are proud Raaheela Ahmed of you and your unique and sustained contributions to Prince George’s County, the state of Maryland and our nation. Pamela Boozer-Strother You are exemplars for our community and our students because of your life D. Paul Monteiro, Jr. stories. They reflect your devotion to equal high-quality educational opportunities David Murray for our students in supportive families and economically sound communities. Thank you for the determination, sacrifices, and visionary leadership that are a Belinda Queen part of your large footprint in our community. You are sources of inspiration for our students. Sandra Shepherd We are encouraged by the growing umbrella of public and private support that Joshua M. Thomas is being raised over our children and school system by parents and the civic, Curtis Valentine, M.P.P. religious and business community. We thank the Foundation and its partners for providing innovative fundraising activities to support scholarships, academic K. Alexander Wallace programs and services for our students. The Foundation contributes to our ability to provide a “Bridge to Excellence” for our children and enhance the Blueprint Sonya Williams for PGCPS’ future. Thank you for being part of the bridge and blueprint as Hall

Joshua Omolola, of Fame Inductees. Student Member We offer our sincere thanks to all of the sponsors, distinguished guests, volunteers Secretary-Treasurer and collaborative partners for the role they played to make our Gala successful. Monica E. Goldson, Ed.D. Our cause is just - ensuring an excellent, adequately and equitably funded and accountable education for all of our children. ADMINISTRATION

Chief Executive Officer We hope you enjoy the Gala. Congratulations and best wishes as you continue to Monica E. Goldson, Ed.D. serve as role models for our students. Telephone: 301-952-6008 Sincerely,

Alvin Thornton, Ph.D. Board of Education Chair

MISSION STATEMENT To provide a great education that empowers all students and contributes to thriving communities. Prince George’s County Public Schools

2019 Hall of Fame Gala Like None Other 3 Red Carpet Host

Joe Clair

Joe Clair, host, comedian, radio personality and on-air veteran is no stranger when it comes to Washington, D.C. This native of Seat Pleasant, MD is the current host of WPGC’s 95.5 – “Joe Clair Morning Show”, taking the morning airwaves by storm and making the drive to work much more enjoyable for listeners across the DMV. He is a proud graduate of Morgan State University, where he pledged Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. and graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology, but found his passion for comedy, music and communications.

Joe Clair is a multifaceted entertainer with a career spanning two decades. You can call him Joe, Cleezy or Mr. Clair. Whatever you call him, it is undeniable that Joe Clair is 100%. Whether it is in the radio, comedy game, hosting arena, acting or community service, Joe Clair definitely gets in it.

Joe has a huge passion to help others which is constantly displayed through his call for community service. He continues to show the community he cares accepting up to 10 appearances a month on countless speaking engagements and appearances with elementary and high schools, organizations, youth programs, community town hall forums and fundraisers, etc. All while currently serving as the lead weekly mentor and instructor of music for the DC Covenant House, engaging and inspiring students with skills to produce music.

Joe has received many honors for his role as a philanthropist, some acknowledgments include: Northern Virginia Urban League Young Professionals Network, The Covenant House Annual Gala and The Made Man.

Aside from being a humanitarian, Joe Clair has also seen a bit of time in front of the camera. He has been in a string of movies and videos going back to his college days. While at Morgan State University, he starred in “Axe ’Em,” he was in “Train Ride,” he starred in the DVD hit gospel/romantic comedy “Lord Help Us,” he co-starred in “The Greatest Song,” and starred in “He Said, She Said: A Romantic Comedy.” He had parts on Fox’s “The War at Home” and ABC Family’s “GREEK.”

4 The Excellence in Education Foundation for PGCPS, Inc. Mistress of Ceremonies

Tracee Wilkins

Tracee Wilkins is NBC4’s Prince George’s County Bureau Chief. Her roots run deep in Prince George’s County. She was raised in the Beltsville area and graduated from High Point High School.

An African-American Studies minor in college, Tracee traveled to Tanzania teaching African American History and wrote for the Arusha Times.

After graduating from Frostburg State University in Frostburg, Maryland, she returned to DC as a production assistant and later as a news writer for News4.

Tracee’s WCBI-TV in Columbus, Mississippi where she earned an Associated Press award for her general news reporting. From Columbus, she headed east to serve as the government reporter and fill-in anchor at WFMY-TV in Greensboro, North Carolina where she earned additional awards. While working in Greensboro, Tracee was dispatched to Washington DC to report on the September 11th attacks for WUSA-TV.

Tracee returned to NBC4 in 2003 and served many years as the station’s morning reporter. Now, as NBC4’s Prince George’s County Bureau Chief, she covers county government, economic development, education, crime and human interest.

Tracee is very active in the Washington-area community and has received awards for her philanthropic work. She founded and operated a teen-mentoring group called Girls R Talking for several years. Tracee is a member of the Federal City Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. and is an active member in the National Association of Black Journalists. She’s News4’s shop steward for anchors and reporters and serves on regional and national boards for the SAG-AFTRA Union.

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Pastor Jonathan Weaver

Reverend Dr. Jonathan Leslie Weaver, accepted his appointment to Greater Mt. Nebo African Methodist Episcopal Church in April of 1988. Since that time the Greater Mt. Nebo Family has increased from 100 members to more than 1,200 and has approximately 50 ministries that serve the church and the greater community. Under Dr. Weaver’s leadership, Greater Mt. Nebo purchased 90 acres of land in 1994, where their current house of worship is situated. Upon its completion, the Greater Mt. Nebo campus, located in Bowie, Maryland, will also house an assisted-care living facility and a Family Life and Wellness Intergenerational Center.

He is a graduate of St. Mary’s Seminary in Baltimore, Maryland; earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri, and has a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from the Harvard University Business School in Cambridge, Massachusetts and an Honorary Doctorate Degree from the Sojourner-Douglass College in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Weaver is a recipient of numerous awards, most recently the 2015 Legacy Award from The Association of the Study of African American Life and History. He currently serves as the National President of the Collective Empowerment Group, formerly known as The Collective Banking Group, an ecumenical association composed of nearly five hundred churches in seven states and the District of Columbia, engaged in economic empowerment initiatives through partnerships with banks and other businesses in their communities. Dr. Weaver was recently appointed (2015) Chairman of the Board of Industrial Bank , one of the oldest minority-owned banks in America. Additionally, Dr. Weaver is a Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Second District Religious, Educational and Charitable Development Projects, an A.M.E. organization which fosters the development of nonprofit programs and projects for spiritual, educational, social and economic growth and development. He is also the Founder and President of The Pan African Collective, an organization which creates relationships between the black faith community and the African Diaspora to foster economic empowerment.

Married to Pamela Lynn Weaver, Pastor Weaver is the father of two daughters, Jaime and Megan, two sons-in-law, Rooservelt and John, the grandfather of three grandsons, and one granddaughter.

More than all of the above, Dr. Weaver is determined to serve God and to make a difference in the church, broader community, and the lives of others.

6 The Excellence in Education Foundation for PGCPS, Inc. 2019 Chief Executive Officer’s Award of Excellence Recipient

Dr. Tuajuanda Jordan, President of St. Mary’s College of Maryland

Dr. Tuajuanda Jordan has served as St. Mary’s College of Maryland’s (SMCM) seventh president since July 2014. The College as Maryland’s only public honors college and the first of its kind in the nation, has been widely recognized for its successes. Consistently ranked among the top 100 Kiplinger’s list of best values in public colleges and among the top 10 best public liberal arts colleges in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, SMCM continues to build upon its solid reputation for academic excellence under Dr. Jordan’s watch. Under her leadership, the College continues to analyze and assess its programming to ensure that students are both striving and provided opportunities to be engaged, productive global citizens and leaders.

Since joining the College, President Jordan has been widely recognized for her contributions to higher education and the larger community. Recently, she was named one of the Top 25 Women in Higher Education by the national magazine, Diverse Issues in Higher Education. In addition to serving on numerous national panels and boards, she was recognized as a Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (2018), Black Leader in Education by the AFRO (2017), was named as one of Fisk University’s Talented Tenth (2016), Purdue University’s Distinguished Women Scholars (2015-16), and as an Influential Marylander by the Daily Record (2015). She received the Torchbearer Award (2014) from the National Coalition of Black Women, Baltimore Metropolitan Chapter, was inducted (2015) into the Zeta Chapter of Phi Beta Kappa, the nation’s oldest academic honor society, and was awarded the Education Excellence award by the Southern Maryland Minority Chamber of Commerce (2018).

Dr. Jordan gained national prominence in the realm of science education with the creation of the Howard Hughes Medical Institute’s Science Education Alliance (SEA) program and the launch of its first initiative, the SEA Phage program, which engaged novice undergraduates in research in genomics and bioinformatics. This program has been implemented at more than 50 diverse institutions across the nation, impacted thousands of students and faculty, and resulted in numerous scientific and pedagogical publications.

Prior to St. Mary’s College, Dr. Jordan was a tenured faculty member and administrator at Xavier University of Louisiana and Lewis and Clark College in Oregon. Dr. Jordan holds a B.S. in chemistry from Fisk University and a Ph.D. in biochemistry from Purdue University.

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Thomas V. Mike Miller, Jr.. Distinguished Public Servant Senator Thomas V. Mike Miller, Jr. is a native of Clinton, Maryland. He is a graduate of Surrattsville High School, the University of Maryland (B.S. 1964) and the University of Maryland School of Law (LL.B., J.D. 1967). Admitted to the Maryland Bar in 1967, Senator Miller is a member of local, state and national bar associations. In 1970, Senator Miller was elected to represent Prince George’s County in the Maryland House of Delegates, and in 1974, he was elected to the Maryland State Senate. His current district includes portions of Calvert, Prince George’s and Charles Counties. He has been re-elected to the State Senate every four years since 1978. Senator Miller was first selected by his peers as President of the Maryland Senate atthe beginning of the 1987 Session of the Maryland General Assembly, and is the longest serving Senate President in both Maryland and United States history. From 1983 to 1986, he served as Chairman of the Senate Judicial Proceedings Committee. Senator Miller is the 1999 recipient of the Tyser Medallion Award for Outstanding Service to the University of Maryland. He was honored in 1997 as the nation’s outstanding legislator. He has served as the President of the National Senate Presidents’ Forum and as Chairman of the Southern Legislative Conference of the Council of State Governments. Senator Miller is a former Chairman of the National Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee. Other honors and awards include Outstanding Alumnus of the University of Maryland College Park, the University of Maryland Hall of Fame, the University of Maryland Athletic Hall of Fame and the William P. Coliton Community Service Award for Excellence from Johns Hopkins University. Senator Miller is the oldest of ten children. He has practiced law for over 50 years and maintains offices in Clinton and Dunkirk. Senator Miller’s family is active in the local business community, and Senator Miller is a participant in a broad range of civic activities. Senator Miller lives in Chesapeake Beach with his wife Patti of 52 years. They have five children and fifteen grandchildren.

Celeste A. Williams, Distinguished Educator Celeste A. Williams was born in Wilmington, North Carolina. She is the daughter of the late Elijah Carr, Jr. and Emma Frederick Carr. She is married to Leroy F. Williams Jr. They have two married sons, Orson F. Williams/ Paula, Myles & Wesley and Jarvis D. Williams/Gretchen, Ian & Gabrielle. She is a as a member of Fort Foote Baptist Church in Fort Washington, Maryland. She attended public school in Wilmington, North Carolina, and graduated from Williston Senior High. Mrs. Williams holds both a Bachelor of Science degree and Master’s degree. She graduated from Elizabeth City State University, Elizabeth City, North Carolina. She is an advocate for children and a leader for her colleagues in education. She has been on the frontline for Maryland’s children in getting the best, prepared teachers in public school classrooms. She promotes the theory that all youth should become keener, kinder and more competent as they move through life. Mrs. Williams takes pride in her thirty-eight (38) year career as an educator in Prince George’s County Public Schools and five (5) years in Washington D.C. and Kent County. She has served in many capacities in the school system such as Science teacher, Mathematics teacher, Program Facilitator, Science Department Chairperson, Senior Class Sponsor, Specialist in Human Resource Department, and Coordinator for the Comprehensive Partnership for Math and Science Program (CPMSP), serving 465 students in eleven schools. She has dedicated her entire career fighting for academic excellence and a quality education for all children in Maryland. She has exhibited leadership throughout her career, beginning in Kent County, where she taught Biology for four years and served as Senior Class Sponsor and Science Fair Coordinator. She served as the Science Department Head at John Hanson Middle and Friendly High Schools for fifteen years. She served two terms from 2001 – 2004, as President of Prince George’s County Educators’ Association (PGCEA), an organization of nearly 10,000 members. Mrs. Williams co-chaired PGCEA’s 2003 and 2008 Read Across America Campaigns that encouraged reading and literacy. More importantly, Mrs. Williams worked collaboratively with children advocates, parental groups, and educators to ensure stakeholders and politicians fully fund public education. Mrs. Williams believes in striving for excellence without excuses. As a retired teacher, she continues to promote academic and educational excellence.

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Sugar Ray Leonard, Distinguished Athlete Legendary sports icon, Olympic champion and Hall of Famer, philanthropist, bestselling author, television personality, ringside analyst and longtime face of Skechers’ popular Relaxed Fit collections, Sugar Ray Leonard has established a legacy that epitomizes boxing and invokes the reverence of a champion. Leonard’s illustrious career outside of the ring merits like admiration, as a vanguard in the cultural movement that has brought the sport of boxing front and center today; Leonard also helms the Sugar Ray Leonard Foundation which celebrates its 10th anniversary this May, committed to funding life changing research for pediatric type 1 & type 2 diabetes, and helping children build early healthy habits. Having learned to box at the young age of 14, Leonard’s celebrated career includes three National Golden Gloves titles, two Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) championships and the 1975 Pan-American Games crown. After winning a gold medal in boxing at the 1976 Olympic games, he turned professional as a last ditch effort to help his family defer mounting medical bills incurred from father’s illness. Blinding speed, tremendous power and palpable charm quickly made Leonard a media favorite, dubbed early on by the late Howard Cosell as the “new Muhammed Ali.” In 2011, Leonard published his first autobiography (Viking Books) THE BIG FIGHT: My Life In and Out of the Ring. In the inspiring autobiography, the boxing legend vulnerably confronts his greatest competitor: himself. Sugar Ray Leonard’s raw and uplifting memoir reveals in intimate detail for the first time the complex human who waged his own personal battle with depression, rage, addiction and greed, that lay behind the champion. Perhaps most importantly, some of Leonard’s most impactful work is yet to be done. With a deep calling towards and passion for humanity, Leonard has always been devoted to his community and to helping those in need. In establishing The Sugar Ray Leonard Foundation in 2009, Leonard and his wife, Bernadette took changing the world into their own capable hands. Since its inception a decade ago, the foundation has funded countless research projects and offered life changing patient care for children living with type 1 and type 2 diabetes. Furthermore, the foundation is also committed to helping children lead healthier lives through diet and exercise, equipping them with the tools to be successful in health later on. Leonard also lends his time to Habitat for Humanity, serves as co-chair for the Ambassadors of Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) and remains the international chairman of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Walk for a Cure. Leonard has four children and lives in Southern California with his wife, Bernadette.

Pastor John K. Jenkins Sr., Distinguished Humanitarian Pastor John K. Jenkins Sr. has been preaching the Good News since he was licensed as a minister in 1973 at 15 years old. From an early age, he developed a love for the Lord and felt a call to share the gospel of Jesus Christ. His pastoral journey began in February 1987 when he was called to serve as the senior pastor at Union Bethel Church in King George, Va. Nearly three years of pastoring at Union Bethel proved to be the training ground for his upcoming assignment. In October of 1988, Pastor Jenkins learned of the passing of his pastor and mentor, Dr. John W. Johnson, from his home church at the First Baptist Church of Glenarden. One year after Dr. Johnson’s passing, Pastor Jenkins returned to First Baptist to become the seventh shepherd. The fruit of his biblically based teaching is evidenced in the growth of church membership from 500 to more than 10,000. Today, an average 11,000 people attend weekly Sunday services between two campuses located in Landover and Upper Marlboro, Md. With the support of his wife, Trina, and their loving family, Pastor Jenkins is able to expand his ministry beyond the walls of First Baptist. In addition to his role as senior pastor, he is the board chairman for Project Bridges and The Skinner Institute. The Skinner Institute was founded in 1992 by the late Reverend Tom and Dr. Barbara Skinner. He also serves as a board member for Denver Seminary, the Greater Prince George’s Business Roundtable, the National Association of Evangelicals and University of Maryland Capital Region Health. For two years, Pastor Jenkins served as vice president/executive director of National Ministries with Converge Worldwide. He was formerly on the boards of Great Dads, Teen Challenge and a local bank. Under the leadership of Pastor Jenkins, First Baptist founded SHABACH! Ministries, Inc., a 501 (c) 3 arm of the church in 1996. Today he serves as chairman emeritus for SMI, which provides clothing, food, education and other resources in the Washington, D.C., area. He is recognized as a catalyst to help individuals grow into lifelong Christian disciples who follow Jesus Christ. Pastor Jenkins believes that these individuals will impact the world on behalf of the Lord, thereby strengthening families and healing broken hearts along the way. In 2001, Pastor Jenkins received an honorary Doctorate of Divinity from Southern California School of Ministry in Inglewood, California. After becoming a licensed pilot in 2002, he takes great delight in flying. Even with his many obligations, Pastor Jenkins holds his role as family man as the highest treasure. He and his wife are the proud parents of six children and five grandchildren.

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Delegate Jazz Lewis, Distinguished Young Leader Delegate Jazz Lewis is a lifelong resident of Prince George’s County, MD, and lives in the City of Glenarden with his wife, Aurin. Jazz is an alumnus of the University of Maryland, graduating in 2011 with a Bachelors in Government & Politics and 2014 with a Masters of Public Policy. Jazz began his career as a community organizer in Baltimore which taught him that quality jobs, which pay living wages, change communities. Jazz is focused on criminal justice reform and economic opportunity to ensure our justice system is fair and that all citizens share in the growth in our economy. Jazz has successfully campaigned and supported the efforts of hard-working Democrats in the state of Maryland and beyond. He currently works as a Senior Policy Advisor for Majority Leader Congressman Steny Hoyer, previously serving as Executive Director of Hoyer’s Maryland political organization. During this past Presidential cycle, Jazz also served as the Maryland Political Director for Secretary Hillary Clinton’s campaign, where he was responsible for organizing the various party constituencies to support the Stronger Together platform for the country. Jazz’s core philosophy is that organized and active communities produce better outcomes for their children’s education, their local economies, and their public safety. Jazz represents Maryland’s 24th Legislative District, currently serves on the House Judiciary Committee as Chair of the Family Law Subcommittee, and is the Chair of the Maryland House Democratic Caucus.

Kenny Lattimore, Distinguished Professional With a career spanning over two decades, highlighted by his 1996 breakthrough single “Never Too Busy” and the wedding staple “For You,” Kenny has garnered Grammy and Soul Train Award nominations, Top 10 singles, Top 20 R&B albums and an NAACP Image Award for Best New Artist, while staying sincere about giving his heart and soul to communities through music. The Washington DC native dazzles audiences with an unprecedented range influenced by his classical, jazz, and gospel upbringing. Kenny is famous for delivering just the right dose of classic crooning, exceptional runs and authentic emotion. He has placed a distinctive stamp on classic songs recorded by musical icons as Donny Hathaway and The Beatles, transformed Christmas standards, and created musical magic on iconic movie soundtracks like Love Jones, Best Man and Disney’s Lion King II Simba’s Pride. Kenny Lattimore’s recording legacy includes the critically acclaimed albums, “From The Soul Of Man,” “Timeless” and “Anatomy of a Love Song,” which produced the Top 10 single “Love Me Back.” While “A Kenny Lattimore Christmas” earned a Stellar Award nomination for ‘Event CD of the Year,’ Lattimore’s ninth solo studio album “Vulnerable” produced another Top 10 hit, “Stay on Your Mind,” which climbed the charts to #7 on UAC Billboard and held top radio positions in multiple U.S. markets. Kenny is a humanitarian who uses his life and platform as a tool to inspire others to pursue excellence and elevate positive conversation about art, culture, family and faith. Lattimore continues to tour globally, showcasing his unique creative journey through stunning and diverse set lists. Keep up with Kenny’s music, tours, merchandise, by visiting his website kennylattimore.com and following him on Instagram, and Twitter @KennyLattimore and Facebook @officialkennylattimore.

10 The Excellence in Education Foundation for PGCPS, Inc. OFFICE OF THE MAJORITY LEADER WASHINGTON, D. C.

October 18, 2019

The Excellence in Education Foundation for PGCPS, Inc. 14201 School Lane Upper Marlboro, Maryland 20772 STENY H. HOYER

Dear Board Members:

As you fellowship together here at the 2019 Prince George’s County Public School System Hall of Fame Gala, allow me to extend my congratulations and praise for your contributions to the advancement of education and opportunities for students of PGCPS. Through your daily acts of standing up for children in the hopes of enhancing their learning environment, you all have increased the plausibility for students to be successful both in and outside of the classroom. This is something that they will be able to carry with them for the rest of their lives creating a better society for all.

I have always said teaching is the most important profession of all, and it is with the deepest appreciation that I thank you for all you do. You should be very proud of what you have accomplished. May this foundation continue to flourish and generation many more years of continued success in education.

Again, congratulating you and with kindest regards, I am

Sincerely yours,

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October 18, 2019

A MESSAGE FROM CONGRESSMAN ANTHONY G. BROWN

Dear Friends:

It is my pleasure to welcome you to the 2019 Hall of Fame Gala hosted by the Excellence in Education Foundation for Prince George’s County Public Schools, Inc (PGCPS).

The Excellence in Education Foundation has the vital mission of supporting and augmenting educational opportunities for students in our county’s public schools. By leveraging partnerships with the business community and other stakeholders, the Foundation has assisted scores of young people in furthering their learning. Our county is fortunate to have an organization like the Foundation for PGCPS that is committed to supporting the next generation of leaders in our community.

To this evening’s inductees, I send my congratulations. Your leadership, innovation, and hard work have earned you this well-deserved recognition. I join the Foundation and your friends and family in celebrating your success

As a member of Congress, I work every day to strengthen and expand opportunities for all. Together, we will build a brighter future for the families of our community. On behalf of the residents of the Maryland Fourth Congressional District, thank you for your contributions and leadership. I send my best wishes for a successful event.

Sincerely,

Anthony G. Brown

12 The Excellence in Education Foundation for PGCPS, Inc. 2019 Hall of Fame Gala Like None Other 13 14 The Excellence in Education Foundation for PGCPS, Inc. PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY GOVERNMENT Office of the County Executive “Prince George’s Proud”

Angela D. Alsobrooks County Executive

October 18, 2019

Dear Friends:

On behalf of the citizens and residents of Prince George’s County, it is my pleasure to extend greetings to the members, guests and sponsors of The Excellence in Education Foundation for Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS), Inc.’s Inaugural Hall of Fame Gala. I commend everyone who has worked diligently to organize this Gala, Like None Other, to honor outstanding PGCPS alumni and benefit so many deserving students.

As you gather to celebrate this event, join me in congratulating today’s Hall of Fame inductees for their personal and professional achievements, as well as for their service to our community. This year’s distinguished honorees include: Sugar Ray Leonard; Kenny Lattimore; Pastor John K. Jenkins Sr.; Senator Thomas V. “Mike” Miller Jr.; Celeste Williams; Delegate Jazz Lewis; and Dr. Tuajuanda C. Jordan. These outstanding PGCPS alumni have been inspirational leaders and successful role models in our community, region and nation.

I salute your organization and the work you are doing in Prince George’s County to raise funding for hot meals, academic scholarships and academic programming in the classroom, while recognizing and honoring Prince Georgians who have added great value to our communities. This is just one of many reasons why we are Prince George’s Proud! Congratulations on a successful gala and best wishes for an enjoyable celebration.

Sincerely,

Angela Alsobrooks County Executive

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2019 Hall of Fame Gala Like None Other 35 On behalf of Board Chair Geoff Pohanka, On behalf of Board Chair Steve Proctor, Board President & CEO M.H. Jim Estepp and Board Chair President & CEO M.H. Jim Estepp and SteveChair Proctor SSecretary/Treasurerecretary/Treasurer Geoff Donna Pohanka, Cooper, Geoffrey Pohanka the MembersMembers of of the the

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2019 Hall of Fame Gala Like None Other 37 FHHSAA FAIRMONT HEIGHTS HIGH SCHOOL ALUMNI ASSOCIATION P.O. Box 2727 | Landover Hills, MD 20784-0727 Central High School Alumni Old hornets never die! They just buzz away. Celebrate Our Hosts for the Evening The Honorable Dereck E. Davis Maryland State Delegate, District 25

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The Honorable Derrick L. Davis Sponsor of 2019 Council Member, District 6 Hall of Fame Gala Both Graduates of the Class of 1985

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38 The Excellence in Education Foundation for PGCPS, Inc. 2019 Hall of Fame Gala Like None Other 39 40 The Excellence in Education Foundation for PGCPS, Inc. 2019 Hall of Fame Gala Like None Other 41 42 The Excellence in Education Foundation for PGCPS, Inc. Congratulations to the 2019 Hall of Fame Inductees! Board of Directors FOR PGCPS, INC. Monica E. Goldson, Ed.D. Gracelyn McDermott Christian Rhodes Chief Executive Officer Executive Director Foundation Board Member & Prince George’s County Kaiser Permanente Chief of Staff, Public Schools Prince George’s County Gary Michael Public Schools Michael Herbstman, Foundation Board Member Foundation Treasurer President & CEO Dr. Beatrice Tignor NAI Michael Director, Vesta Estelle Ferguson, Foundation Assistant Treasurer Gregory Steve Proctor Thea Wilson Foundation Board Member & Foundation Relations Officer Steve Kensinger President & CEO Vice President G.S. Proctor & Associates Old Line Bank Justin Ross Darrell Lanier Partner President & CEO Perry, White & Jacobson Lanier Electronics Group Government Relations

2019 Hall of Fame Gala Like None Other 43 Save The Date!

Excellence in Education Foundation for PGCPS Inc. Presents

8th Annual Golfing for Education Tournament June 18, 2020

Oak Creek Golf Course | Upper Marlboro, MD

Sponsorship Opportunities

Graduate - $15,000 Junior - $10,000 Freshman - $3,000 • Lunch with PGCPS Interim CEO Dr. Monica Goldson • Two foursomes in the Tournament • One foursome in the Tournament and executive leadership at VIP Awards BanquetPlease• Reserved seating rememberfor eight at VIP Awards Banquet • Admission usfor four onat VIP Awards Banquet • Two foursomes in the Tournament • Recognition at Banquet • Half-page advertisement in souvenir booklet • Reserved seating for eight at Banquet • Premier tee signs at 1st hole • Logo included on sponsor poster during event • Speaking opportunity at Banquet • Full-page advertisement in souvenir booklet • Recognition on Excellence in Education Foundation website • Recognition at Banquet • Tournament signage during event promotion • Premier tee signs at 1st and 10th holes • Logo showcased in event promotions • Full-page advertisement in souvenir booklet • Sponsor information in participant’s gift bags Golf CHIC (Women Only) - $1,500 • Premier tournament signage • Promotion in media outreach • One women’s foursome in the Tournament • Logo showcased in event promotions • Highlighted on Excellence in Education Foundation • Admission for four at VIP Awards Banquet • Sponsor display table at event website during event promotion • Specialized Contests – Closest to the Pin, Longest Drive and more! • Sponsor information in participant’s gift bags • Logo and website included in promotion of event • Highlighted on Excellence in Education Foundation website • Promotion in media outreach in PGCPS employee newsletter during event promotion • Highlighted on Excellence in Education Foundation • Inclusion in social media event promotion website during event promotion Sponsorship Add-Ons • Logo and website included in Sophomore - $5,000 • Souvenir Booklet Sponsor - $500 promotion of event in PGCPS • One foursome in the Tournament • Hole Sponsor - $500 employee newsletter • Reserved seating for four at VIP Awards Banquet • Custom Event Golf Balls - $500 • Inclusion in social media • Sponsorship recognition at Banquet • Sip & Mingle - $150/per person event promotion • Full-page advertisement in souvenir booklet • Sip & Swing - $250/per person • Highlighted on Excellence in Education Foundation Decemberwebsite during event promotion 3, 2019 • Inclusion in social media event promotion For more information on how to give, please visit: EVENT Thea Wilson, Foundation Relations Officer SPONSORSHIP Barbara Holt Streeter, Partnerships Officer INFO Excellence in Education Foundation for PGCPS Inc. INFO 301-952-6079 [email protected] 301-952-6225 [email protected] www.pgcps.org/foundation Estelle Ferguson, Assistant Treasurer Quon Wilson, Marketing Communications Specialist Excellence in Education Foundation for PGCPS Inc. 301-952-6097 [email protected] 301-952-6382 [email protected]

44 The Excellence in Education Foundation for PGCPS, Inc. Special Thanks

Gala Planning Committee Simple Elements Jazz Band Estelle Ferguson at Dr. Henry A. Wise High School Thea A. Wilson under the Direction of Mr Alphonso Jiles, Ed.S. Mariana Degante Cano Hall of Fame Committee Nekaijah, Cordell Winsome Falby Rohan Gabay II Monica Holmes Gabrial Gary Lachon Winston Darris Hamlin Kayla Hogan Volunteers Joy Lee Jacquelyn Brown Michael Mbog Marcus Bumbray Carlton Richardson Jennifer Burgess Ian Thomas Melissa Covington Star Vazquez-Placido Danielle Curtis Nehemiah White Deirdria Hudnell Shani Keene Center for the Visual and Performing Arts Lorri Plater at Suitland High School – Dance Department Margaret Thompson “Nevertheless She Persisted” : Vonda Williams-Ayers Choreography: Linda Hallman-Darr & Janette Gillis Amber Wilson Brianna Dawkins Lyneshia Woodland Ny’A Durham Maya McKinney Event Designer Azya Warrick Jocelyn Avery, Events by Avery Professional Talent Communications Joe Clair Raven Hill Kenny Lattimore Dave Owens, Visionary Media Productions DJ Scientific Randall Pike Tracee Wilkins

Photography Excellence in Education Board of Directors Michael Anderson, DHM Photography Monica E. Goldson, Ed.D. Estelle Ferguson Graphics Design Michael Herbtsman Mary Ann Scott Steve Kensinger Gracelyn McDermott Student Ambassadors - Darrell Lanier Bowie High School Varsity Cheerleaders Gary Michael Christian Chambers Gregory Steve Proctor Bria Enoch Christian Rhodes Indiyah Jackson The Honorable Justin Ross Anabelle Jacobs The Honorable Beatrice Tignor Camryn Mix Christiahna Roberts Jade Webb

2019 Hall of Fame Gala Like None Other We are grateful for your support of our inaugural PGCPS Hall of Fame Gala. Welcome to the PGCPS Village! We hope you enjoyed this evening “like none other”!

For more information on how you can continue to support our Foundation’s work, please visit: www.pgcps.org/foundation

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