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Florida Launches 2023 Black History Month Student and Educator Contests

Student essay contest winners will receive a 2-year florida college plan scholarship provided by the florida prepaid college foundation.

TALLAHASSEE, Fla.  — Today, the Florida Department of Education and Volunteer Florida officially launched the 2023 Black History Month student art and essay contests with the theme of  “Celebrating the Achievements of African American Floridians.”  These contests will run through Tuesday, February 7, 2023. Black History Month is celebrated each year in the month of February.

“African Americans have a long and proud history in our great state of Florida, and Black History Month is the perfect occasion to celebrate their many achievements,” said  Florida Commissioner of Education Manny Diaz, Jr.  “Learning about African American achievements is central to learning about Florida and America itself. I have no doubt that this year’s art and essay contest submissions will be outstanding.”

"Florida goes the extra mile to recognize the immense and historical contributions of African Americans in our great state,"  said Volunteer Florida CEO Josie Tamayo.  "We are proud to offer this opportunity each year to recognize outstanding students and educators in Florida for their unique efforts and talents.”

First Lady DeSantis invites students to participate in academic and creative contests throughout the month. Students in grades K-3 can participate in an art contest, and students in grades 4-12 can participate in an essay contest. Additionally, students, parents, teachers, and principals are invited to nominate full-time educators of all student grades for the Black History Month Excellence in Education Award. About the Student Art Contest   Governor Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis’ Black History Month Art Contest is open to all kindergarten through third-grade students in Florida. Each student will submit original, two-dimensional artwork based on this year's theme. Four statewide winners will be selected, and each winner will receive a $100 art supplies gift card and a 1-year pass to Florida state parks.

About the Student Essay Contest Governor Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis’ Black History Month Essay Contest is open to all fourth through twelfth-grade students in Florida. Each student will submit one essay no longer than 500 words based on this year’s theme. Six winners will be selected: two elementary school students (grades 4–5), two middle school students (grades 6–8), and two high school students (grades 9–12). Each winner will receive a 2–year Florida College Plan scholarship provided by the Florida Prepaid College Foundation and a $100 gift card for school supplies.

In the contest, students are encouraged to write about an African American who has had a notable effect on their community. The subject of the essay should be an African American Floridian. Some examples are:

• Secretary Shevaun Harris  –  Secretary at the Department of Children and Families since February 2021 after a nearly two-decade career at the Agency for Health Care Administration .  An innovator, spearheading the development of the State’s Canadian Prescription Drug Importation program. Served as an adjunct professor at the FSU College of Social Work and as a case manager at Big Bend Cares serving vulnerable Floridians.
• State Senator Corey Simon  –  Before being elected to the Florida State Senate in 2022, Simon served as the CEO of Volunteer Florida, coordinating volunteer efforts across state agencies. Simon played football at Florida State University under the legendary Coach Bobby Bowden before moving on to play in the NFL.
• Jonathan Clarkson Gibbs II  –   Born: September 28, 1821, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Died: August 14, 1874, Tallahassee, Florida. Jonathan Clarkson Gibbs II was a Presbyterian minister who served as Secretary of State and Superintendent of Public Instruction of Florida. He was the first black Secretary of State .
• Daniel “Chappie” James Jr.  –  Born: February 11, 1920, Pensacola, Florida. Died: February 25, 1978, Colorado Springs, Colorado. Air Force fighter pilot and first African American to reach the rank of Four-Star General in the U.S. military. Flew combat missions in Korea and Vietnam and instructed African American pilots during WW2.
• Alwyn Cashe  – Born:  July 13, 1970, Sanford, Florida. Died: November 8, 2005, San Antonio, Texas. U.S. Army non-commissioned officer and posthumous recipient of the Medal of Honor for his service in Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom. Saved the lives of six of his fellow soldiers after the Bradley fighting vehicle they were riding in struck an improvised explosive device despite suffering second and third-degree burns over 72% of his body.
• James Weldon Johnson  –  Born: June 17, 1871, Jacksonville, Florida.  Died: June 26, 1938, Wiscasset, Maine. Writer, civil rights activist, and a leader of the NAACP. He wrote “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” which is known as the black national anthem.
• John G. Riley  –  Born into slavery in 1857 and died a millionaire in 1954. 49-year educator career at a school in Wakulla County and as principal of the Lincoln Academy. One of the few African Americans to own property at the turn of the century.
• The Florida Highwaymen  – A group of 26 African American landscape artists who painted from the 1950s to the 1980s. They became some of Florida’s most well-known painters and focused on images of the state’s natural treasures. Today, their work is displayed in prominent buildings throughout Florida, including the State Capitol and Governor’s Mansion.

About the Excellence in Education Award   Governor Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis’ Black History Month Excellence in Education Award Contest is open to all full-time educators in an elementary, middle, or high school in Florida. Four winners will be selected, and a principal, teacher, parent/guardian, or student may submit nominations. Excellence in Education award winners will receive $2,500 from Volunteer Florida. Contest Entries and Nominating Forms and Guidelines   Student contest forms and educator nomination forms must be mailed to Volunteer Florida or submitted online at  http://floridablackhistory.com/ Volunteer Florida   Black History Month Committee  1545 Raymond Diehl Road, Suite 250  Tallahassee, Florida 32308 All entries must be received by 5 p.m. (ET) on Tuesday, February 7, 2023. If mailing, please consider the time necessary to ensure the submission is received by Volunteer Florida’s office no later than the aforementioned deadline. For more information about the contests, please visit  http://floridablackhistory.com/

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Students in Lee, Collier win college scholarships in Black History Month essay contest

Two Southwest Florida students were winners in a statewide essay competition that was part of Black History Month Student Contests made possible through a collaboration between the Department of Education, Volunteer Florida, the Florida Lottery, and the Florida Prepaid College Foundation.

Students in fourth through twelfth grade were invited to submit an essay no longer than 500 words based on this year’s theme. Six winners were selected including two elementary students (grades 4–5), two middle school students (grades 6–8) and two high school students (grades 9–12).

Winners received a 2-year Florida College Plan scholarship provided by the Florida Prepaid College Foundation and a $100 gift card for school supplies.

Katherine Valdes Torres, a fifth grade student at Mike Davis Elementary in Collier County wrote an essay titled “James Weldon Johnson.” Katherine wants to be a geneticist when she grows up and wishes to be kind to others and help them succeed in life.

Elyanah Gibson, Florida Virtual School ninth grade student in Lee County wrote an essay titled “The Matriarch of Liberty City” about Augusta Savage. Elyanah hopes to one day become a pediatrician and enjoys volunteering to help stray animals.

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For the past 22 years, the Florida Prepaid College Foundation has been a proud sponsor of the Florida Black History Month Essay Contest. 

The Essay Contest is open to all students in grades 4-12 in Florida. The contest honors the historic contributions and accomplishments of African-American leaders, educators, and public figures from Florida. More than fifty Florida Prepaid College Plan Scholarships have been awarded as part of this program.

Congratulations to the 2024 Black History Month Essay Contest winners! Each winning student received a 2-Year Florida College Plan Scholarship from the Florida Prepaid College Foundation.

Essay Contest winners:

• Elementary School Category: Jeremiah Gordon and Skyla Brooks
• Middle School Category: Adrienne Menard, Katherine Newkirk
• High School Category: Joseph Gordon III and Daniel Macias

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Published Jan. 13, 2023, 1:39 p.m. ET | Updated Jan. 13, 2023

TALLAHASSEE (FLV) – The Florida Department of Education and Volunteer Florida launched the 2023 Black History Month student art and essay contests.

The theme of the conests is “Celebrating the Achievements of African American Floridians.” The contests will run through Tuesday Feb. 7.

Black History Month is celebrated every year in February. The Black History Month Art Contest is open to all kindergarten through third-grade students in Florida. Each student will submit original, two-dimensional artwork based on this years’ theme. Four statewide winners will be selected, and each winner will receive a $100 art supplies gift card and a one year pass to Florida state parks.

The essay contest is open to all 4-12 grade students in Florida. Each student will submit one essay no longer than 500 words based on this year’s theme. Six winners will be selected: two elementary school students, two middle school students and two high school students. Each winner will receive a two year Florida College Plan scholarship provided by the Florida Prepaid College Foundation and a $100 gift card for school supplies.

“African Americans have a long and proud history in our great state of Florida, and Black History Month is the perfect occasion to celebrate their many achievements,” Florida Commissioner of Education Manny Diaz, Jr. said. “Learning about African American achievements is central to learning about Florida and America itself. I have no doubt that this year’s art and essay contest submissions will be outstanding.”

Additionally, students, parents, teachers and principals are invited to nominate full-time educators of all student grades for the Black History Month Excellence in Education Award.

“Florida goes the extra mile to recognize the immense and historical contributions of African Americans in our great state,” Volunteer Florida CEO Josie Tamayo said. “We are proud to offer this opportunity each year to recognize outstanding students and educators in Florida for their unique efforts and talents.”

Students are encouraged to write about an African American who has had a notable effect on their community. The subject of the essay should be an African American Floridian. Some examples are:

• Secretary Shevaun Harris – Secretary at the Department of Children and Families since February 2021 after a nearly two-decade career at the Agency for Health Care Administration . An innovator, spearheading the development of the State’s Canadian Prescription Drug Importation program. Served as an adjunct professor at the FSU College of Social Work and as a case manager at Big Bend Cares serving vulnerable Floridians.
• State Senator Corey Simon – Before being elected to the Florida State Senate in 2022, Simon served as the CEO of Volunteer Florida, coordinating volunteer efforts across state agencies. Simon played football at Florida State University under the legendary Coach Bobby Bowden before moving on to play in the NFL.
• Jonathan Clarkson Gibbs II – Born: September 28, 1821, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Died: Aug. 14, 1874, Tallahassee, Florida. Jonathan Clarkson Gibbs II was a Presbyterian minister who served as Secretary of State and Superintendent of Public Instruction of Florida. He was the first black Secretary of State .
• Daniel “Chappie” James Jr. – Born: February 11, 1920, Pensacola, Florida. Died: February 25, 1978, Colorado Springs, Colorado. Air Force fighter pilot and first African American to reach the rank of Four-Star General in the U.S. military. Flew combat missions in Korea and Vietnam and instructed African American pilots during WW2.
• Alwyn Cashe – Born: July 13, 1970, Sanford, Florida. Died: November 8, 2005, San Antonio, Texas. U.S. Army non-commissioned officer and posthumous recipient of the Medal of Honor for his service in Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom. Saved the lives of six of his fellow soldiers after the Bradley fighting vehicle they were riding in struck an improvised explosive device despite suffering second and third-degree burns over 72% of his body.
• James Weldon Johnson – Born: June 17, 1871, Jacksonville, Florida.  Died: June 26, 1938, Wiscasset, Maine. Writer, civil rights activist, and a leader of the NAACP. He wrote “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” which is known as the black national anthem.
• John G. Riley – Born into slavery in 1857 and died a millionaire in 1954. 49-year educator career at a school in Wakulla County and as principal of the Lincoln Academy. One of the few African Americans to own property at the turn of the century.
• The Florida Highwaymen – A group of 26 African American landscape artists who painted from the 1950s to the 1980s. They became some of Florida’s most well-known painters and focused on images of the state’s natural treasures. Today, their work is displayed in prominent buildings throughout Florida, including the State Capitol and Governor’s Mansion.

The Excellence in Education Award Contest is open to all full-time educators in an elementary, middle or high school in Florida. Four winners will be selected, and a principal, teacher, parent/guardian or student may submit nominations. Excellence in Education award winners will receive $2,500 from Volunteer Florida.

Student contest forms and educator nomination forms must be mailed to Volunteer Florida or submitted online . All entries must be received by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 7.

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Black History Month art, essay contest opens for Florida students

The Florida Department of Education and Volunteer Florida has launched an academic and creative contest for elementary, middle and high school students.

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Last week, Gov. Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis announced the 2023 Black History Month Art and Essay Contest.

Black History Month is celebrated every year in February.

This year’s theme is “Celebrating the Achievements of African American Floridians.”

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Art Contest

The art contest is open to all kindergarten through third-grade students. Each student will submit original 2-D artwork based on the theme. The committee will choose four winners and each winner will receive a $100 art supplies gift card and a 1-year pass to Florida state parks.

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Essay Contest

The essay contest, which is open to all fourth through twelfth-grade students, will have a total of 10 winners, with the following categories:

Two elementary school students, grades 4 through 5

Two middle school students, grades 6 through 8

Two high school students, grades 9 through 12

Students need to write a maximum 500-word essay based on the theme of an African American Floridian who had a notable effect on the community.

Each winner will receive a 2-year Florida College Plan scholarship from the Florida Prepaid College Foundation and a $100 gift card for school supplies.

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Excellence in Education Award

Students, parents, teachers, and principals can nominate full-time educators of all grades for the Black History Month Excellence in Education Award.

Award winners will receive $2,500 from Volunteer Florida.

The art and essay scholarship contests will run through Feb. 7. For more information about how to submit entries and nomination forms, click here .

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Florida Launches 2023 Black History Month Student and Educator Contests

~ Student essay contest winners will receive a 2-year Florida College Plan scholarship provided by the Florida Prepaid College Foundation ~ 

TALLAHASSEE, Fla.  — Today, the Florida Department of Education and Volunteer Florida officially launched the 2023 Black History Month student art and essay contests with the theme of “Celebrating the Achievements of African American Floridians.” These contests will run through Tuesday, February 7, 2023. Black History Month is celebrated each year in the month of February.

“African Americans have a long and proud history in our great state of Florida, and Black History Month is the perfect occasion to celebrate their many achievements,” said Florida Commissioner of Education Manny Diaz, Jr. “Learning about African American achievements is central to learning about Florida and America itself. I have no doubt that this year’s art and essay contest submissions will be outstanding.”

“Florida goes the extra mile to recognize the immense and historical contributions of African Americans in our great state,”  said Volunteer Florida CEO Josie Tamayo.  “We are proud to offer this opportunity each year to recognize outstanding students and educators in Florida for their unique efforts and talents.”

First Lady DeSantis invites students to participate in academic and creative contests throughout the month. Students in grades K-3 can participate in an art contest, and students in grades 4-12 can participate in an essay contest. Additionally, students, parents, teachers, and principals are invited to nominate full-time educators of all student grades for the Black History Month Excellence in Education Award.

About the Student Art Contest Governor Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis’ Black History Month Art Contest is open to all kindergarten through third-grade students in Florida. Each student will submit original, two-dimensional artwork based on this year’s theme. Four statewide winners will be selected, and each winner will receive a $100 art supplies gift card and a 1-year pass to Florida state parks.

About the Student Essay Contest Governor Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis’ Black History Month Essay Contest is open to all fourth through twelfth-grade students in Florida. Each student will submit one essay no longer than 500 words based on this year’s theme. Six winners will be selected: two elementary school students (grades 4–5), two middle school students (grades 6–8), and two high school students (grades 9–12). Each winner will receive a 2–year Florida College Plan scholarship provided by the Florida Prepaid College Foundation and a $100 gift card for school supplies.

In the contest, students are encouraged to write about an African American who has had a notable effect on their community. The subject of the essay should be an African American Floridian. Some examples are:

• Secretary Shevaun Harris – Secretary at the Department of Children and Families since February 2021 after a nearly two-decade career at the Agency for Health Care Administration . An innovator, spearheading the development of the State’s Canadian Prescription Drug Importation program. Served as an adjunct professor at the FSU College of Social Work and as a case manager at Big Bend Cares serving vulnerable Floridians.
• State Senator Corey Simon – Before being elected to the Florida State Senate in 2022, Simon served as the CEO of Volunteer Florida, coordinating volunteer efforts across state agencies. Simon played football at Florida State University under the legendary Coach Bobby Bowden before moving on to play in the NFL.
• Jonathan Clarkson Gibbs II  – Born: September 28, 1821, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Died: August 14, 1874, Tallahassee, Florida. Jonathan Clarkson Gibbs II was a Presbyterian minister who served as Secretary of State and Superintendent of Public Instruction of Florida. He was the first black Secretary of State .
• Daniel “Chappie” James Jr. – Born: February 11, 1920, Pensacola, Florida. Died: February 25, 1978, Colorado Springs, Colorado. Air Force fighter pilot and first African American to reach the rank of Four-Star General in the U.S. military. Flew combat missions in Korea and Vietnam and instructed African American pilots during WW2.
• Alwyn Cashe – Born: July 13, 1970, Sanford, Florida. Died: November 8, 2005, San Antonio, Texas. U.S. Army non-commissioned officer and posthumous recipient of the Medal of Honor for his service in Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom. Saved the lives of six of his fellow soldiers after the Bradley fighting vehicle they were riding in struck an improvised explosive device despite suffering second and third-degree burns over 72% of his body.
• James Weldon Johnson – Born: June 17, 1871, Jacksonville, Florida.  Died: June 26, 1938, Wiscasset, Maine. Writer, civil rights activist, and a leader of the NAACP. He wrote “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” which is known as the black national anthem.
• John G. Riley – Born into slavery in 1857 and died a millionaire in 1954. 49-year educator career at a school in Wakulla County and as principal of the Lincoln Academy. One of the few African Americans to own property at the turn of the century.
• The Florida Highwaymen – A group of 26 African American landscape artists who painted from the 1950s to the 1980s. They became some of Florida’s most well-known painters and focused on images of the state’s natural treasures. Today, their work is displayed in prominent buildings throughout Florida, including the State Capitol and Governor’s Mansion.

About the Excellence in Education Award Governor Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis’ Black History Month Excellence in Education Award Contest is open to all full-time educators in an elementary, middle, or high school in Florida. Four winners will be selected, and a principal, teacher, parent/guardian, or student may submit nominations. Excellence in Education award winners will receive $2,500 from Volunteer Florida.

Contest Entries and Nominating Forms and Guidelines Student contest forms and educator nomination forms must be mailed to Volunteer Florida or submitted online at  http://floridablackhistory.com/

Volunteer Florida Black History Month Committee 1545 Raymond Diehl Road, Suite 250 Tallahassee, Florida 32308

All entries must be received by 5 p.m. (ET) on Tuesday, February 7, 2023. If mailing, please consider the time necessary to ensure the submission is received by Volunteer Florida’s office no later than the aforementioned deadline.

For more information about the contests, please visit  http://floridablackhistory.com/

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Governor Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis Celebrate Black History Month and Host Contest Winners at Governor’s Residence

Governor Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis hosted a reception at the Governor’s Residence in honor of Black History Month on February 27, 2024. Governor DeSantis recognized educators and announced the winners of the student art and essay contest. This year’s theme is Celebrating Florida’s African American Heroes and Their Contribution to Freedom. The Black History Month Student and Educator Contests are made possible through a collaboration between the Department of Education, Volunteer Florida, the Florida Lottery, and the Florida Prepaid College Foundation.

“Florida is proud of its rich African American history,” said Governor Ron DeSantis. “It was great to celebrate with educators and students from across the state while highlighting the achievements of African Americans in Florida.”

“Each year, it is a privilege to welcome Florida’s students and educators to the Governor’s Residence for Black History Month,” said First Lady Casey DeSantis. “The 2024 art and essay contest winners creatively highlighted the numerous contributions of African American Floridians to protect and champion freedom, and the Governor and I are pleased to recognize the winners for their excellent submissions.”

“Congratulations to the Black History Month art, essay, and educator award winners,” said Lieutenant Governor Jeanette Nuñez. “The submissions throughout the state celebrating the contributions and accomplishments of African Americans have inspired each of us. Our administration is especially thankful to our educators who are working every day to teach our children about the important role that African Americans have played in shaping our state and nation.”

“Florida is proud to celebrate the remarkable achievements of our students and educators in this year’s Black History Month essay and art contests,” said Florida Lottery Secretary John F. Davis. “The winning entries reflect the talent, dedication, and hard work these students consistently demonstrate in the classroom and beyond. Congratulations to these students who have truly made history with their standout submissions.”

“Volunteer Florida is proud to join Governor Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis to as we celebrated Black History Month this evening,” said Volunteer Florida CEO Josie Tamayo. “While we honored African Americans of the past, we also recognized the students and educators who share these individuals’ stories and carry on a legacy of greatness.”

“This month we have been able to celebrate the many accomplishments African American heroes have had on freedom,” said Commissioner of Education Manny Diaz, Jr. “In Florida, we are proud that our students have the chance to partake in competitions like this where they are able to explore African American history. Congratulations to all of our contest winners!”

Student Art Contest Students in kindergarten through third grade were invited to submit original artworks for the contest. Four art contest winners were chosen, and each received a $100 gift card for school supplies and a one-year pass to Florida state parks. The winners of the student art contest are:

• Blake Griffith , Kindergarten, River City Science Academy Innovation, Duval County • Vanessa Wesbur , Grade 1, Wright Elementary, Okaloosa County • Joy Desir , Grade 2, Sealey Elementary, Leon County • Jeremiah Dixon , Grade 3, Lincoln Elementary Magnet School, Hillsborough County

Student Essay Contest Students in fourth through twelfth grade were invited to submit essays based on this year’s theme. Six winners were selected including two elementary students (grades 4–5), two middle school students (grades 6–8), and two high school students (grades 9–12). Winners received a two-year Florida College Plan scholarship provided by the Florida Prepaid College Foundation and a $100 gift card for school supplies. The winners of the essay contest are:

• Jeremiah Gordon , Grade 5, Homeschool, Brevard County • Skyla Brooks , Grade 5, Williston Elementary School, Levy County • Adrienne Menard , Grade 8, Miami Arts Charter School, Miami-Dade County • Katherine Newkirk , Grade 8, Okaloosa STEMM Academy, Okaloosa County • Daniel Macias , Grade 11, Miami Coral Park Senior High School, Miami-Dade County • Joseph Gordon II , Grade 10, Homeschool, Brevard County

Excellence in Education Award There were four winners for the Excellence in Education Award Contest. The winners were selected from nominations sent in by principals, teachers, parents or guardians, and students. Excellence in Education Award winners received a $2,500 monetary recognition provided by Volunteer Florida. The Excellence in Education Award winners are:

• Heather Bernard teaches Reading and Social Studies to 3rd, 4th and 5th graders at Aventura Waterways K-8 Center in Miami-Dade County • Alicia Gant teaches Business and AP Art to 9-12th graders at Barbara Goleman Senior High School in Miami-Dade County • Teresita Herrera teaches Civics to 7th graders at Shenandoah Middle Museums Magnet in Miami-Dade County • Keisha Kimble teaches Exceptional Education and Physical Education to grades Pre-K through 6th grade at Richardson Sixth Grade Academy in Columbia County

Florida’s 2023 Black History Month Student and Educator Contests

~ Student essay contest winners will receive a 2-year Florida College Plan scholarship provided by the Florida Prepaid College Foundation ~

Last week, the Florida Department of Education and Volunteer Florida officially launched the 2023 Black History Month student art and essay contests with the theme of “Celebrating the Achievements of African American Floridians.”

These contests will run through Tuesday, February 7, 2023. Black History Month is celebrated each year in the month of February.

     First Lady DeSantis invites students to participate in academic and creative contests throughout the month. Students in grades K-3 can participate in an art contest, and students in grades 4-12 can participate in an essay contest. Additionally, students, parents, teachers, and principals are invited to nominate full-time educators of all student grades for the Black History Month Excellence in Education Award.

About the Student Art Contest 

Governor Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis’ Black History Month Art Contest is open to all kindergarten through third-grade students in Florida. Each student will submit original, two-dimensional artwork based on this year’s theme. Four statewide winners will be selected, and each winner will receive a $100 art supplies gift card and a 1-year pass to Florida state parks.

About the Student Essay Contest

The Black History Month Essay Contest is open to all fourth through twelfth-grade students in Florida. Each student will submit one essay no longer than 500 words based on this year’s theme. Six winners will be selected: two elementary school students (grades 4–5), two middle school students (grades 6–8), and two high school students (grades 9–12). Each winner will receive a 2–year Florida College Plan scholarship provided by the Florida Prepaid College Foundation and a $100 gift card for school supplies.

About the Excellence in Education Award 

The Black History Month Excellence in Education Award Contest is open to all full-time educators in an elementary, middle, or high school in Florida. Four winners will be selected, and a principal, teacher, parent/guardian, or student may submit nominations. Excellence in Education award winners will receive $2,500 from Volunteer Florida.

Contest Entries and Nominating Forms and Guidelines 

Student contest forms and educator nomination forms must be mailed to Volunteer Florida or submitted online at http://floridablackhistory.com/

Volunteer Florida 

Black History Month Committee 

1545 Raymond Diehl Road, Suite 250 

Tallahassee, Florida 32308

All entries must be received by 5 p.m. (ET) on Tuesday, February 7, 2023.

If mailing, please consider the time necessary to ensure the submission is received by Volunteer Florida’s office no later than the aforementioned deadline.

For more information about the contests, please visit http://floridablackhistory.com/

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With Black History Month about to get under way in February, the Florida Department of Education and Volunteer Florida have launched the 2024 Black History Month student art and essay contests and Excellence in Education educator awards.

With Black History Month about to get under way in February, the Florida Department of Education and Volunteer Florida have launched the 2024 Black History Month student art and essay contests and Excellence in Education educator awards. The theme is “Celebrating Florida’s African American Heroes and Their Contributions to Freedom.”

These contests will run through Wednesday, Feb.7. Student contest forms and educator nomination forms can be submitted online at floridablackhistory.com “Black History Month serves as a perfect chance for students to learn about the accomplishments that African Americans heroes have contributed to Florida in the name of freedom,” said Florida Commissioner of Education Manny Diaz, Jr. “I hope students and educators use this contest to delve into Florida’s rich history and to learn about how African Americans have shaped our great state.”

“Florida goes the extra mile to recognize the immense and historical contributions of African Americans in our great state”, said Volunteer Florida CEO Josie Tamayo. “We are proud to offer this opportunity each year to recognize outstanding students and educators in Florida for their unique efforts and talents.” The Black History Month Student Art Contest is open to the state’s Kindergarten through third-grade students. Each student will submit original, two-dimensional artwork. Four statewide winners will be selected for the month, and each winner will receive a $100 gift card for school supplies and a one-year pass to Florida State Parks.

The Black History Month Student Essay Contest is open to students in grades 4-12. Each student will submit one essay no longer than 500 words based on this year’s theme. Winners will be chosen in grades 4–5, 6-8 and 9-12. Each winner will receive a 2–Year Florida College Plan scholarship provided by the Florida Prepaid College Foundation and a $100 gift card for school supplies.

Students are encouraged to write about African American heroes from Florida who fought for freedom across our state. The subject of the essay should be a Floridian. Examples could include Secretary of the Lottery John Davis, musician Ray Charles, university founder Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune, and Florida Rep. Kiyan Michael.

The Black History Month Award Contest is open to all full-time educators in an elementary, middle, or high school in Florida. Four winners will be selected, and a principal, teacher, parent/ guardian, or student may submit nominations. Winners will receive a $2,500 monetary prize from Volunteer Florida.

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Florida Launches 2023 Black History Month Student and Educator Contests

January 13 , 2023 - february 7 , 2023.

Today, the Florida Department of Education and Volunteer Florida officially launched the 2023 Black History Month student art and essay contests with the theme of “Celebrating the Achievements of African American Floridians.” These contests will run through Tuesday, February 7, 2023. Black History Month is celebrated each year in the month of February.

“African Americans have a long and proud history in our great state of Florida, and Black History Month is the perfect occasion to celebrate their many achievements,” said Florida Commissioner of Education Manny Diaz, Jr. “Learning about African American achievements is central to learning about Florida and America itself. I have no doubt that this year’s art and essay contest submissions will be outstanding.”

"Florida goes the extra mile to recognize the immense and historical contributions of African Americans in our great state,"  said Volunteer Florida CEO Josie Tamayo.  "We are proud to offer this opportunity each year to recognize outstanding students and educators in Florida for their unique efforts and talents.”

First Lady DeSantis invites students to participate in academic and creative contests throughout the month. Students in grades K-3 can participate in an art contest, and students in grades 4-12 can participate in an essay contest. Additionally, students, parents, teachers, and principals are invited to nominate full-time educators of all student grades for the Black History Month Excellence in Education Award.   About the Student Art Contest   Governor Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis’ Black History Month Art Contest is open to all kindergarten through third-grade students in Florida. Each student will submit original, two-dimensional artwork based on this year's theme. Four statewide winners will be selected, and each winner will receive a $100 art supplies gift card and a 1-year pass to Florida state parks.

About the Student Essay Contest Governor Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis’ Black History Month Essay Contest is open to all fourth through twelfth-grade students in Florida. Each student will submit one essay no longer than 500 words based on this year’s theme. Six winners will be selected: two elementary school students (grades 4–5), two middle school students (grades 6–8), and two high school students (grades 9–12). Each winner will receive a 2–year Florida College Plan scholarship provided by the Florida Prepaid College Foundation and a $100 gift card for school supplies.

In the contest, students are encouraged to write about an African American who has had a notable effect on their community. The subject of the essay should be an African American Floridian. Some examples are:

• Secretary Shevaun Harris – Secretary at the Department of Children and Families since February 2021 after a nearly two-decade career at the Agency for Health Care Administration . An innovator, spearheading the development of the State’s Canadian Prescription Drug Importation program. Served as an adjunct professor at the FSU College of Social Work and as a case manager at Big Bend Cares serving vulnerable Floridians.
• State Senator Corey Simon – Before being elected to the Florida State Senate in 2022, Simon served as the CEO of Volunteer Florida, coordinating volunteer efforts across state agencies. Simon played football at Florida State University under the legendary Coach Bobby Bowden before moving on to play in the NFL.
• Jonathan Clarkson Gibbs II  – Born: September 28, 1821, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Died: August 14, 1874, Tallahassee, Florida. Jonathan Clarkson Gibbs II was a Presbyterian minister who served as Secretary of State and Superintendent of Public Instruction of Florida. He was the first black Secretary of State .
• Daniel “Chappie” James Jr. – Born: February 11, 1920, Pensacola, Florida. Died: February 25, 1978, Colorado Springs, Colorado. Air Force fighter pilot and first African American to reach the rank of Four-Star General in the U.S. military. Flew combat missions in Korea and Vietnam and instructed African American pilots during WW2.
• Alwyn Cashe – Born: July 13, 1970, Sanford, Florida. Died: November 8, 2005, San Antonio, Texas. U.S. Army non-commissioned officer and posthumous recipient of the Medal of Honor for his service in Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom. Saved the lives of six of his fellow soldiers after the Bradley fighting vehicle they were riding in struck an improvised explosive device despite suffering second and third-degree burns over 72% of his body.
• James Weldon Johnson – Born: June 17, 1871, Jacksonville, Florida.  Died: June 26, 1938, Wiscasset, Maine. Writer, civil rights activist, and a leader of the NAACP. He wrote “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” which is known as the black national anthem.
• John G. Riley – Born into slavery in 1857 and died a millionaire in 1954. 49-year educator career at a school in Wakulla County and as principal of the Lincoln Academy. One of the few African Americans to own property at the turn of the century.
• The Florida Highwaymen – A group of 26 African American landscape artists who painted from the 1950s to the 1980s. They became some of Florida’s most well-known painters and focused on images of the state’s natural treasures. Today, their work is displayed in prominent buildings throughout Florida, including the State Capitol and Governor’s Mansion.

About the Excellence in Education Award   Governor Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis’ Black History Month Excellence in Education Award Contest is open to all full-time educators in an elementary, middle, or high school in Florida. Four winners will be selected, and a principal, teacher, parent/guardian, or student may submit nominations. Excellence in Education award winners will receive $2,500 from Volunteer Florida.   Contest Entries and Nominating Forms and Guidelines   Student contest forms and educator nomination forms must be mailed to Volunteer Florida or submitted online at  http://floridablackhistory.com/   Volunteer Florida   Black History Month Committee  1545 Raymond Diehl Road, Suite 250  Tallahassee, Florida 32308   All entries must be received by 5 p.m. (ET) on Tuesday, February 7, 2023. If mailing, please consider the time necessary to ensure the submission is received by Volunteer Florida’s office no later than the aforementioned deadline.   For more information about the contests, please visit  http://floridablackhistory.com/

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TALLAHASSEE  — On Jan. 13 the Florida Department of Education and Volunteer Florida officially launched the 2023 Black History Month student art and essay contests with the theme of “Celebrating the Achievements of African American Floridians.” These contests will run through Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2023. Black History Month is celebrated each year in the month of February.

“African Americans have a long and proud history in our great state of Florida, and Black History Month is the perfect occasion to celebrate their many achievements,” said  Florida Commissioner of Education Manny Diaz, Jr.  “Learning about African American achievements is central to learning about Florida and America itself. I have no doubt that this year’s art and essay contest submissions will be outstanding.”

“Florida goes the extra mile to recognize the immense and historical contributions of African Americans in our great state,”  said Volunteer Florida CEO Josie Tamayo.  “We are proud to offer this opportunity each year to recognize outstanding students and educators in Florida for their unique efforts and talents.”

First Lady DeSantis invites students to participate in academic and creative contests throughout the month. Students in grades K-3 can participate in an art contest, and students in grades 4-12 can participate in an essay contest. Additionally, students, parents, teachers, and principals are invited to nominate full-time educators of all student grades for the Black History Month Excellence in Education Award.

About the Student Art Contest The Black History Month Art Contest is open to all kindergarten through third-grade students in Florida. Each student will submit original, two-dimensional artwork based on this year’s theme. Four statewide winners will be selected, and each winner will receive a $100 art supplies gift card and a 1-year pass to Florida state parks.

About the Student Essay Contest The Black History Month Essay Contest is open to all fourth through twelfth-grade students in Florida. Each student will submit one essay no longer than 500 words based on this year’s theme. Six winners will be selected: two elementary school students (grades 4–5), two middle school students (grades 6–8), and two high school students (grades 9–12). Each winner will receive a 2–year Florida College Plan scholarship provided by the Florida Prepaid College Foundation and a $100 gift card for school supplies.

In the contest, students are encouraged to write about an African American who has had a notable effect on their community. The subject of the essay should be an African American Floridian. Some examples are:

• Secretary Shevaun Harris  –  Secretary at the Department of Children and Families since February 2021 after a nearly two-decade career at the Agency for Health Care Administration .  An innovator, spearheading the development of the State’s Canadian Prescription Drug Importation program. Served as an adjunct professor at the FSU College of Social Work and as a case manager at Big Bend Cares serving vulnerable Floridians.
• State Senator Corey Simon  –  Before being elected to the Florida State Senate in 2022, Simon served as the CEO of Volunteer Florida, coordinating volunteer efforts across state agencies. Simon played football at Florida State University under the legendary Coach Bobby Bowden before moving on to play in the NFL.
• Jonathan Clarkson Gibbs II  –  Born: September 28, 1821, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Died: August 14, 1874, Tallahassee, Florida. Jonathan Clarkson Gibbs II was a Presbyterian minister who served as Secretary of State and Superintendent of Public Instruction of Florida. He was the first black Secretary of State .
• Daniel “Chappie” James Jr.  –  Born: February 11, 1920, Pensacola, Florida. Died: February 25, 1978, Colorado Springs, Colorado. Air Force fighter pilot and first African American to reach the rank of Four-Star General in the U.S. military. Flew combat missions in Korea and Vietnam and instructed African American pilots during WW2.
• Alwyn Cashe  – Born:  July 13, 1970, Sanford, Florida. Died: November 8, 2005, San Antonio, Texas. U.S. Army non-commissioned officer and posthumous recipient of the Medal of Honor for his service in Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom. Saved the lives of six of his fellow soldiers after the Bradley fighting vehicle they were riding in struck an improvised explosive device despite suffering second and third-degree burns over 72% of his body.
• James Weldon Johnson  –  Born: June 17, 1871, Jacksonville, Florida.  Died: June 26, 1938, Wiscasset, Maine. Writer, civil rights activist, and a leader of the NAACP. He wrote “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” which is known as the black national anthem.
• John G. Riley  –  Born into slavery in 1857 and died a millionaire in 1954. 49-year educator career at a school in Wakulla County and as principal of the Lincoln Academy. One of the few African Americans to own property at the turn of the century.
• The Florida Highwaymen  – A group of 26 African American landscape artists who painted from the 1950s to the 1980s. They became some of Florida’s most well-known painters and focused on images of the state’s natural treasures. Today, their work is displayed in prominent buildings throughout Florida, including the State Capitol and Governor’s Mansion.

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