Manassas school board proclaims February 2026 Black History Month
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Summary
The Manassas City School Board unanimously waived second reading and approved a proclamation designating February 2026 as Black History Month across the division, highlighting the role of local history and calling for educational observances.
The Manassas City School Board voted unanimously on Feb. 10 to waive second reading and approve a proclamation designating February 2026 as Black History Month throughout the school division.
Vice Chair Jones and Miss Miles read the proclamation, which traces the observance to Carter G. Woodson's Black History Week in 1926 and references Congress's 1986 public law recognizing the month nationally. The proclamation encourages educational events honoring contributions of African Americans and notes the local connection of Jenny Dean Elementary to the Manassas Industrial School for Colored Youth.
The motion to waive second reading and approve the proclamation was moved by Miss Stevens and seconded by Miss Seaberg; the board recorded a 7-0 vote in favor.
Why it matters: The proclamation sets an official division-level recognition and encourages schools to plan events and instruction that reflect the theme of centering accurate and inclusive narratives.
Next steps: The board adopted the proclamation as presented; staff and schools were encouraged to schedule local observances during February.