AAPAC
African-American Parent Advisory Council (AAPAC)
The mission of the African-American Parent Advisory Council (AAPAC) is to support the academic and social-emotional growth of African-American students.
Goals:
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- Educate and inform parents of district resources, policies, and programs.
- Empower the lives of all African-American children and families by providing the knowledge and skills necessary to advocate for high-quality educational experiences.
- Encourage and support parents to engage with educators and administrators in positive partnership
- Celebrate African -American culture and traditions district-wide.
- Support cultural proficiency development and equitable practice.
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Murrieta Valley USD AAPAC is part of the Riverside County African-American Achievement Initiative (RCAAAI). RCAAAI was founded in 2013 by then-Riverside County Superintendent of Schools Kenneth M. Young to ensure that all African-American students in Riverside County achieve the levels of academic achievement necessary to graduate from high school well-prepared for college and the workforce. The BLue Print for Action is being updated as of 2025.
To learn more, click here: Riverside County African-American Achievement Initiative and review the Blue Print for Action
Thank you Dr. Price for sharing this list of scholarships💰: SCHOLARSHIPS
AAPAC Communication
AAPAC uses Parent Square, the district's mass communication tool, to send emails and text messages. At the beginning of the year, through document confirmation, parents were asked to "opt-in".
If you are NOT receiving AAPAC meeting invitations or information, please contact Marguerite Rucker or Raquel Anthony.
AAPAC Meeting Dates
Tuesday, September 24, 2024-Meeting Presentation
Tuesday, October 29th, 2024 Meeting Presentation
Tuesday, February 4, 2025
AAPAC Spoken Word Black History Month Celebration: The vibe was Sweet Desserts and Sweet Spoken Words!
SAVE THE DATE: Friday, May 9, 2025, 5:30pm Rites of Passage
Look for RSVP to be sent soon for 5th, 8th, and 12th-grade students
Will be held at Murrieta Mesa High School Gershwin Performing Arts Center
MEETING LOCATIONS:
MURRIETA VALLEY USD District Support Center
41870 McAlby Ct., Murrieta, CA 92562
All families and educational partners are welcome
HYBRID MEETINGS:
In-person @ DSC & virtually on Teams
*Rites of Passage@ Murrieta Mesa High School
5th, 8th, 12th Grade Students/Familes
SAVE THE DATE
Friday, May 9th, 2025 5:30-7:00pm
Invites/RSVP sent via Parent Square!
If you missed our Black History Month Spoken Word Night, please see the flyer below for the ongoing Spoken Word event shared by Dr. Barnes!
Thank you to Mrs. Roberts and family for amazing decorating vibe for our Spoken Word!
Meeting Agendas, Power Points, and Recordings Below 2023-2024
9.22.23 RCOE Equity Conference PowerPoint
10.10.23 AAPAC Meeting PowerPoint
10.10.23 AAPAC Meeting Recording
11.15.23 AAPAC PowerPoint-College/FAFSA,Career, Military
WE WANT YOUR INPUT
Help guide an update to our AAPAC Goals:
Congratulations to all our 2023 seniors and promoting 5th and 8th graders!
Please click HERE for more pictures
UPCOMING COMMUNITY/SCHOOL EVENTS:
