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Newburgh students, mentors highlight My Brother's Keeper program at board meeting
Summary
My Brother's Keeper fellows and mentors presented student work, described three district grants and urged sustained funding and expansion of the program across Newburgh schools.
My Brother’s Keeper fellows and their mentors presented student reflections and program results to the Newburgh City School District Board of Education at the May 13 meeting, spotlighting three district grants and calling for continued support.
The presentation, introduced by MBK facilitator Dr. Christy Brown, described My Brother’s Keeper as an initiative started in 2014 to “uplift boys and young men of color” and outlined three local grants supporting the work. Dr. Brown said the program’s fellows would give a sample of their work and leadership development to the board and public.
MBK fellows described what participation means to them. Carlos Barrios, identified in the meeting as a 2025 MBK fellow, said, “Service means to me to be there for the…
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