Honoring students for their leadership, improvement, effort, and excellence
The Southern Delaware Alliance for Racial Justice (SDARJ) recently honored Beacon Middle School students and siblings Ashlen and Aiden Dozier-Pollard for their leadership, improvement, effort, and excellence.
Ashlen and Aiden’s teachers describe them as students who look beyond the classroom and consider local and world issues, striving for excellence in all they do. They set academic standards for themselves beyond expectations. They are well versed in matters of equity and racial justice, and they bring a valuable perspective to the classroom and their peers. Additionally, they are exceptional teammates and will step up in any capacity for which they are needed. These two young leaders exemplify excellence and leadership.
Each student received a $20 gift card to Browseabout Books in Rehoboth and the book, “Thurgood Marshall, Young Justice,” by Montrew Dunham. Browseabout is a sponsor of the award.
SDARJ initiated the African American Achievement award to recognize students who represent the ideals of leadership, improvement, effort, and excellence in their schools. Two students from each school in the Cape Henlopen School District are recognized throughout the school year. SDARJ is a nonpartisan organization that educates, informs, and advocates for racial justice, equality, and fair opportunity.
