Meleah Hall

Mark E. Dean (1957- Present)
Comp. Engineer/Master Inventor

Mark has over 20 patents, 3 of which are for PCs made by IBM.

Co-creator of the personal PC, he spearheaded the team that developed the first 1 GHz chip.
He's regarded as a prominent figure in STEM.

I like this idea. 📚❤️ Alameda Public Library

📚 Life is hard—and some days, it feels like it’s only getting harder.
We know that sometimes you need to use the library but don’t have childcare. That’s why we’re introducing workstations with built-in play areas—so little ones can play safely while you focus on what you need to do. 💻🎨🏡

At the library, we’re about building community, breaking down barriers and making life just a little bit easier. These workstations are in our Cockeysville, Essex, Owings Mills, Parkville, Sollers Point and White Marsh branches—because everyone deserves a space to learn, work, and grow. 🌱

Bay Farm School, a diverse, award-winning school located in a park-like setting, is looking for a new principal. Come join a team that is committed to innovative instructional strategies and supported by engaged families!

Learn more: https://www.edjoin.org/Home/JobPosting/2049501

Families and staff are invited to join AUSD counselor Melissa Saunders, MS, MED, PPSC, on March 19 for a "Let's Talk About It" session on helping children learn to be allies.

Ms. Saunders' presentation will include:

- Definitions of allyship
- Ways to be an ally
- How to raise an ally
- Specific tips on talking to children about allyship

The meeting will be held at 6:30 pm via Teams at:
https://tinyurl.com/AUSD-LetsTalk-Allyship

Congrats to the Jets' Women's Basketball team. If we didn't have a board meeting I would be there to cheer you on tomorrow. We are proud of you! 👏🏽 Encinal High School

Huge congratulations to the Jets' Women's Basketball team for winning their third round in the Northern California State Championships this past Saturday. Up next: on March 11 they meet the Woodland Cardinals for the regional playoffs. And if they win that, they're off to the state championships. Go Jets!

At its February 25 public meeting, the Board of Education will hear presentations on AUSD's K-12 math program, strategic planning, and the initial proposals for a bargaining agreement between AUSD and CSEA-27. The Board will vote on resolutions to reduce certain positions due to a lack of work or funding.

6:30 pm, at City Hall and via Zoom

Agenda & Zoom details: https://tinyurl.com/AUSD-BoE-02252025

There are many ways we can share history, masking is one of them 👏🏽❤️
https://www.facebook.com/reel/1301884921079703/?mibextid=CDWPTG

⭐️ MEET THE ARTIST ⭐️ Introducing Big Chief Demond Melancon of New Orleans. We’ve been honored to house his Masking Suit “Jah Defender” at the International African American Museum here in Charleston. Fun fact: it’s actually the last remaining Suit with all of its feathers intact! To see this gorgeous piece up-close in person, visit our museum Tuesday through Sunday at 14 Wharfside Street! Enjoy!

At its regular meeting on February 11, the Board of Education will hear presentations on:

- The 2023-24 Bond Oversight Committee Annual Report
- The 2024 California School Dashboard Results
- The 2024-25 Mid-Year LCAP Report

The Board will vote on granting four easements to Alameda Municipal Power.

The public meeting begins at 6:30 pm and will be held both at City Hall and via Zoom.

Agenda and Zoom details: https://tinyurl.com/AUSD-BoE-02112025

This is a good model to follow for other cities.

Supervisor Gioia Hosting Town Hall for African American Holistic Resource and Wellness Hub

On February 5th, 6–8 PM, please join Supervisor John Gioia and our Office of Racial Equity and Social Justice at CoBiz Richmond to share your feedback and help shape the future of resources and wellness services for the African American community in District 1.

The Board of Supervisors approved the African American Holistic Resource and Wellness Hub Feasibility Study and appointed a steering committee to lead the process of designing and procuring a contractor. This study will guide the development of Contra Costa County’s first African American Holistic Resource and Wellness Hub.

This in-person listening session is a critical opportunity to assess the community's needs, identify gaps, and define desired services. Your feedback will directly inform the final recommended plan, which will be presented to the Board of Supervisors this spring.

Event Details:
📅 When: Wednesday, February 5th, 2025, 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Where: CoBiz Richmond, 1503 Macdonald Ave Suite A, Richmond, CA 94801
👥 Who: African American Community Members from District 1

We encourage your participation to ensure this hub reflects the needs and aspirations of our community.

RSVP Now: https://tinyurl.com/AAHWRHCAFE25
For more information, email [email protected].

Let’s work together to create a transformative space that prioritizes health, well-being, and resilience for our community.

Reminder: Our community members are invited to join AUSD District Counselor and LGBTQ Liaison Melissa Saunders on January 22 (tomorrow night) as she talks to families about immigrant students’ rights in public schools, as well as how to have healthy, constructive conversations with children about immigration and anti-immigrant bias.

Open to all staff and families of students in grades TK-12.

Ms. Saunders, who has worked for AUSD for 8 years, holds master’s degrees in both counseling and education and is certified in Mental Health First Aid, crisis prevention and intervention, restorative practices, and educational equity and diversity.

6:30 pm via Teams at https://tinyurl.com/AUSD-LTA-Immigration or the QR code.