Education Committee
Ensuring quality education and equal opportunities for all students
About Education Committee
Our Education Committee works tirelessly to eliminate segregation and discriminatory practices in public education while ensuring that every child in our community has access to quality education and the resources they need to succeed.
MOur Mission
To eliminate segregation and other discriminatory practices in public education, study local educational conditions affecting minority groups, and serve as a center of popular education on civil rights and educational equity.
Education Programs& Services
Educational Advocacy & Policy
Fighting for equitable education policies and resources for all students in our community.
Impact
Successfully advocated for increased funding and resources in underserved schools.
Textbook & Curriculum Review
Ensuring educational materials are free from racial bias and promote inclusive learning.
Impact
Influenced curriculum changes in 15+ schools to include diverse perspectives.
School Attendance & Support
Working to improve school attendance and address barriers to educational success.
Impact
Helped improve attendance rates by 15% in targeted schools.
Teacher Certification & Quality
Advocating for qualified, diverse teaching staff and professional development.
Impact
Contributed to 25% increase in minority teacher recruitment.
Parental Involvement Initiative
Empowering parents to be active advocates for their children's education.
Impact
Increased parent participation in school activities by 40%.
Community Education Center
Serving as a center of popular education on civil rights and educational equity.
Impact
Educated over 2,000 community members on educational rights and advocacy.
Our Official Responsibilities
Key areas mandated by the NAACP where we focus our advocacy and support efforts
Eliminate Segregation
Seek to eliminate segregation and other discriminatory practices in public education.
Study Local Conditions
Study local educational conditions affecting minority groups in our community.
Investigate School Systems
Investigate the public school system and school zoning practices for equity.
Review Educational Materials
Familiarize with textbook material and identify racially derogatory content.
Promote Attendance
Seek to stimulate school attendance and address barriers to education.
Monitor School Conditions
Keep informed of school conditions and strive to correct abuses where found.
Additional Focus Areas
Expanding our impact through comprehensive educational advocacy and community engagement
Testing Practices
Investigate the effects of standardized and high stakes testing practices on minority students.
Teacher Certification
Monitor teacher certification processes to ensure quality and diversity in education.
Parent Involvement
Promote meaningful parental involvement in education and school governance.
Community Education
Serve as a center of popular education on race issues and NAACP work.
Meet Our President
Our dedicated Branch President leads the YJCW NAACP with passion and commitment to advancing civil rights and social justice in our community. Click on the card to learn more about how to reach our leadership.
Lawrence Gholson
Branch President
Executive Leadership
Presidential Message
"Join the York-James City-Williamsburg NAACP branch to help give a voice for those who cannot speak for themselves in our community. The fight for civil rights is a battle we must win together!"
General Contact Information
For general inquiries or to reach our branch office