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Newsletter Issue
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Under the direction of Ms. Shyann, our Art Teacher, the participants of the Winthrop Beacon painted their interpretation of what the Earth looks like on paper plates and created a tree with leaves made from tissue paper and recycled cardboard. Ms. Dayna incorporated Earth Day fun with Jeopardy and Kahoot. The questions ranged from “What day is International Mother Earth Day celebrated?” to “What year was International Mother Earth Day adopted? Who knew that “Earth Day” was really called International Mother Earth Day or that the new name was adopted in 2009?! Earth Day was first held on April 22, 1970. In STEAM, participants discussed reasons to save the Earth and learned about recyclable materials. They also viewed a video which gave ideas of how children can help the community go green. Ms. Dineisha also had them write down their feelings about the Earth.
It was definitely a great experience for everyone! |
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month, Sesame’s role in the disparities in our communities around health and well-being has become of more interest to us here. I have personally made a commitment to put more focus on community health. We are proud to share a feature story from a young person regarding youth mental health. Please take moment to review the resources we are developing right here at Sesame as well as community resources that can support you or someone you know. One of the best things we can do for young people is help direct their energy and focus. A great way to accomplish this is through meaningful employment. We will be placing 600 youth in jobs this summer, however we need your help. We are looking for businesses who want to support the Summer Youth Employment Program by inviting young people to work with them virtually or in person at no cost. Consider becoming or referring a worksite and make the difference in the life of a young person.
As the
temperatures continue to rise and we slowly return to being around
people more, I encourage you to continue to be safe and proactive for
you and your loved ones. Please take a look at our COVID Vaccine and
Testing information. Please share this information, we want to ensure we
all stay safe.
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As the great Fredrick Douglass wrote, “It is easier to build strong
children than repair broken men”. Uplift the children around you and
instill positive affirmations in their forming minds. Love the Black
children around you. Not only pay attention to their actions but listen
and speak to the Black adolescents who surround you. Take notice of
their actions and speaking tones, of their sleeping patterns and weight
fluctuations. It is essential to properly care, comfort, and protect the
Black children of America.
Because this issue remains under-reported, the suicide rate among Black
children continues to soar. What does this mean for the next generation
of Black children? Are Black children supposed to grow up learning to
cope with their depression and anxiety untreated and neglected? To
combat this issue, the stigma surrounding mental health must absolutely
be eradicated and reform needs to take place. In our judicial system.
Black and African American people with mental health conditions are more
likely to be imprisoned instead of receive mental treatment compared to
other races. The Black community’s judgment about mental health and the
fear of being dismissed as “crazy” prevents suffering Blacks from
seeking treatment for their mental illnesses. When improvement in the
judicial system and honest discussions about mental health begins, Black
and African-Americans will truly heal mentally. |
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To all the Mothers who have been here |
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Sesame Flyers International - Center For Family Support (CFS) Preventive Program is preparing to host its first virtual support program. The Mindset Corner is a check-in service that will provide support and/or counsel to both the community and Sesame Flyers International employees. The sessions will be conducted via Zoom on specified days by Ms. Enid Corbin/Quality Assurance Specialist of CFS.
Feel free
to check in and receive counsel, obtain resources, de-stress and be
recharged. We look forward to seeing you soon! |
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The Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) is the nation’s largest youth
employment program, connecting NYC youth between the ages of 14 and 24
with career exploration opportunities and paid work experience each
summer at no cost to employers. Participants have the opportunity to
explore their interests and career pathways, develop workplace skills
and engage in learning experiences that help in developing their social,
civic and leadership skills. By participating in structured project and
work-based opportunities, NYC youth are better prepared for careers of
the future. Sesame Flyers will host an open house to learn more about
the benefits of being a worksite this summer.
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I
want to wish Happy Mother’s Day to all the mothers of Sesame Flyers.
Thank you for your dedication and commitment to our children. We are
fortunate to have women who care about the young people of our community
as their own. This is also a great time to also acknowledge the gifts
that Mother Earth has given us. In this edition of the Newsletter enjoy
artwork done by our young people at the Winthrop Beacon in honor of
Earth Day a few weeks ago. 
