Schools
Roosevelt Joins the Million Fathers March
Fathers show support for their children's education during international event
ROOSEVELT, NEW YORK (SEPTEMBER 2023) — Centennial Avenue Elementary School in the Roosevelt School District recently joined 198 schools and organizations across the globe in celebrating the Million Fathers March.
Over 100 fathers and guardians walked their children to school and registered to join the District’s partnership with the Furthering Fathering Corporation, a fatherhood nonprofit dedicated to helping fathers engage in and support their children’s education and give back to their community.
“Our Million Fathers March was a huge success and we thank everyone who participated and helped us convey the significance of fathers in their children’s education,” said Superintendent of Schools Dr. Deborah Wortham. “We had an amazing showing, as seen in our registration numbers, and we are excited for what’s to come of our partnership with Furthering Fathering. A father’s presence in their child's educational life speaks louder than words—it has a long-lasting impact, instilling confidence, love, and a strong foundation for future success.”
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This year’s march, fittingly themed "The Power of Presence: Fathers Engaged in Education," saw 75,368 fathers eagerly showing their support across 32 states and 143 cities. The event even saw an international presence in Uganda, Africa.
At Centennial Avenue, fathers, brothers and grandfathers walked students to school and registered to take part in the District’s initiative to bolster their role in education. The event was led and supported by Family and Community Liaison Tameka Kendrick-Bredwood and Pastor Jeremy Maynard, the CEO of the Furthering Fathering Corporation.
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The Furthering Fathering Corporation encourages, honors and trains fathers to become engaged and active role models in the lives of their children. The nonprofit provides workshops, resources, training sessions and a radio show and podcast designed to support fathers.
To learn more about the Roosevelt Union Free School District, please visit the District's website at https://www.rooseveltufsd.org. Happenings in the District can also be followed on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/RooseveltUFSD.
