Thelma B. Johnson Early Learning Center will feature community leaders and speakers who will share their stories, insights, and experiences with students and staff during February’s Black History Month. The featured events and speakers include:
Anthony Black, South Heights Elementary School Principal - February 7th
Rohdene Rollins, Family and Consumer Science Extension Assistant, - February 12th at 8:45 a.m.
- Dr. Michelle Chappell, Henderson Community College Professor in the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Division Computer and Information Technologies Program Coordinator - February 15th at 8:30 a.m
Karen Arnett, Audubon Area Community Services Teacher Associate - February 19th at 9:00 a.m.
Deborah Jackson-Hoda, President of NAACP of Henderson- February 19th at 8:15 a.m.
Tamika Johnson, Kidz World Childcare Owner/ President - February 20th at 9:00 a.m.
Danielle Anguish, Henderson County Public Library Children's Services Manager - February 20th at 9:00 a.m.
Dazmine Black, Family Advocate /Program Assistant Audubon Area Head Start February 21st at 8:15 a.m.
February 22nd - a special program to celebrate the birthday of local resident
Additionally, the preschool center will be sharing with students the history of Thelma B. Johnson. Ms. Johnson was a retired Extension Home Economist. In 1978, she was elected to the school board and became the first Black citizen elected to public office in Henderson County. She served on the Henderson County Board of Education from 1978 to 1986 and also served as chairwoman. In 1984, she was awarded the Henderson County Chamber of Commerce's "Distinguished Citizen of the Year.” The preschool center is named in her honor.
Thelma B. Johnson Early Learning Center is located at 631 N. Green Street.
