Freedom Scholars Learning Center

Community partners, this one is for you!

Greater Rochester PLTI is hosting Taste of PLTI, a free informational session for parents and caregivers who want to strengthen their voice, build leadership skills, and advocate for their children and community.

Join PLTI alumni and staff for an engaging evening of connection, questions, and learning.

📅 Monday, June 22
⏰ 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
📍 Asbury First United Methodist Church
🍽️ Childcare and meal provided
🌎 Spanish interpretation and ASL interpretation available

Scan the QR code on the flyer to register and learn more.

At FSLC, we believe families are leaders, advocates, and changemakers. We’re proud to help share opportunities that support parents in stepping into that power.

Teamwork…is the DREAMWORK✊🏿thank you Dr. Iris J. Banister School 33 Mrs. Garrow, Mrs. Pritchard, Mrs. Killings, and Adrian we extend a gracious THANK you and we are honored to be your ally✊🏿

Family-2-Family Workshops is back tonight at 6:00 PM featuring Vanessa Singer of Hallelujah Tea.

Vanessa will share how Hallelujah Tea began, what “Hallelujah” means to her, and how faith and family tradition shape the way she serves the community. We’ll also talk about her connection to Clarissa Street and Black Rochester history, plus the wellness and community care that can be passed on through something as simple as tea.

🎥 Watch LIVE on FSLC Facebook + YouTube
Facebook: facebook.com/FreedomScholarsLC
YouTube: Freedom Scholars Learning Center

Replay will be available after the livestream.

Join us for a powerful conversation with Monique Chatman, owner of Equal Grounds Community Café and The Groom Room Men’s Spa & Lounge.

Equal Grounds is more than a coffee shop. It’s a space where community, healing, and real connection happen. We’ll talk about building a purpose-driven business, what people truly need when they’re grieving or carrying something heavy, and what it takes to hold space for others while running a business.

🎥 Watch LIVE on FSLC Facebook + YouTube
Facebook: facebook.com/FreedomScholarsLC
YouTube: Freedom Scholars Learning Center

Replay will be available after the livestream.

🛍️ THIS WEEKEND: RUMMAGE SALE & RAFFLES

Our Rummage Sale & Raffles is almost here, and we would love to see you there.

Come shop great finds at great prices, with most items priced from $1 to $10. We’ll have clothing, shoes, books, toys, household items, bedding, holiday decorations, and more. You can also enter raffles for prizes including a 32” Smart TV, gift cards, free pizza gift cards, and more.

Bring a friend, spread the word, and come see what treasures you find. Every purchase helps send our scholars on their educational trip to Washington, D.C.

Family-2-Family Workshops is back for Episode #5.

Join us LIVE at 6:00 PM as we welcome Ariana “Ari” Highsmith (LunaSolChild) for a conversation on music as therapy and how instruments can support emotional and mental well-being through sound, creativity, and self-care.

Ari will share how music can:
• Reduce stress and support healing
• Help people process emotions through creative expression
• Build connection, even if you’ve never played an instrument before

🎥 Watch LIVE on FSLC Facebook + YouTube
Facebook: facebook.com/FreedomScholarsLC
YouTube: Freedom Scholars Learning Center

Replay will be available after the livestream.

Are you a high school principal or assistant principal in New York State?

A doctoral research study is looking to hear from school leaders who work with social studies educators and engage with social studies curriculum and instruction in NYS high schools.

You may be eligible to participate if you are:
• a principal or assistant principal
• have at least 3 years of experience in school leadership

Participants will take part in a virtual interview lasting about 40 to 50 minutes.

If this sounds like you, scan the QR code on the flyer to complete the survey and receive next steps by email.

Please share with school leaders in your network. Your voice and experience matter.