It's officially February, and the first of February marks the beginning of Black History Month. Press writers Lilly Gardner and Emma Milam researched this historical month's own history. Did you know the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (we'll just say ASALH from now on) selects a theme for each year's Black History Month? The 2024 theme is dedicated to African Americans and the arts.

In each issue this month, The Pony Press staff plans to share stories, history and resources that highlight community voices and provide opportunities to learn more about inspiring and world-changing heroes. We look forward to exploring black history in the arts.

Mrs. Coretta Scott King — you might recognize the last name "King." Coretta was married to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and she was dedicated to non-violent social change. She established The King Center in 1968. According to their website, "The Martin Luther King, Jr. Center for Nonviolent Social Change ('The King Center') has been a global destination, resource center and community institution for over a quarter century... Nearly a million people each year make pilgrimage to the National Historic Site to learn, be inspired and pay their respects to Dr. King’s legacy."

This year, Microsoft partnered with The King Center to create an interactive timeline filled with photos, documents and video from Mrs. King's life and work. Click the image below to explore the timeline and content.

For this week's edition of Speak Up, Coach T shares about the most influential African American person in her life and wisdom she carries with her every day. Watch below!

 

With an impressive start to the season undefeated in conference play, CAC boys basketball caught the attention of local media. Channel 11 came to practice on campus Jan. 31, and Coach Hall and senior Sam Maddox shared their perspective on the season.

Filmed by Peyton Baker; edited by Jordan Kasinger

Last issue's poll results: Favorite Colors Day dress-up day? Groutfit! We'll do that again for sure.

On this weeks edition of The People's Poll, let's talk phones. This one will be fun.

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Feburary

Definition: The word February comes from the word februaris which is the month of purification.

Example: The month of February will be the start of a new beginning.

Thursday, Feb 1st

Swim @ UCA

7 Boys BKB vs Baptist Prep

JH Girls BKB vs Baptist Prep

JV Boys BKB vs Baptist Prep

Varsity Girls BKB v.s. Baptist Prep

Varsity Boys BKB v.s. Baptist Prep

Friday, Feb 2nd

Wrestling Night Duals

9 Boys BKB @ Perryville

9 Boys BKB @ Perryville

Varsity Girls BKB @ Perryville

Varsity Boys BKB @ Perryville

Saturday, Feb 3rd

State Wrestling Dual

 

Tuesday, Feb 6th

JV Boys BKB v.s. Lamar

Varsity Girls BKB v.s. Lamar

Varsity Boys BKB v.s. Lamar

 

Wednesday, Feb 7th

Swim Conference

Thursday, Feb 8th

Bowling State Final

Wrestling @ Home

JV Boys BKB @ Baptist Prep

Varsity Girls BKB @ Baptist Prep

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Editor-in-Chief: Solomon Barnes
Assistant Editor: Naomi Hyatt
Writers: Lilly Gardner & Emma Milam
Videographers: Peyton Baker & Jordan Kasinger
Advisers: Hannah Owens & D'Arius Whitney