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Detroit Public School Teachers decided to not appear for work after hearing that despite their status as salary employees, they would not receive agreed upon pay for the coming months of May and June. According to Ivy Bailey of the Detroit Federation of Teachers, disgruntled faculty were planning to rally at 10 a.m. today in front of the district's central administration building.
According to Bailey, "There's a basic agreement in America: When you put in a day's work, you'll receive a day's pay. DPS (Detroit Public Schools) is breaking that deal. Teachers want to be in the classroom giving children a chance to learn and reach their potential. Unfortunately, by refusing to guarantee that we will be paid for our work, DPS is effectively locking our members out of the classrooms."
This is the second time this year that Detroit teachers have staged a "sick out." Their initial "sick out" occurred as a last recourse to call attention to the dilapidated physical facilities that they are forced to teach in.
Total list of All School Closures as of 7 a.m.:
A.L. Holmes
Academy of Americas
Ann Arbor Trail
Ben Carson
Burton International
Cass Technical High School
Charles Drew Transition Center
Charles Wright Academy
Cody APL
Cody DIT
Cody: MCH
Coleman Young
Communication Media Arts
Crockett CTC
Davis Aersospace
Detroit College Prep
Detroit International Academy
Detroit Lions Academy
Detroit School of Arts
Douglass Academy
Duke Ellington
East English Village
Fisher Lower
Fisher Upper
Golightly CTC
Greenfield Union
J.R. King
Jerry L. White
Marcus Garvey
Mark Twain
ML King High School
Moses Field Center
Osborn College Prep
Osborn Evergreen
Osborn Mathematics and Science
Palmer Park
Paul Robeson
Randolph HS/CTC
Roberto Clemente
Ronald Brown
Thurgood Marshall
Wayne Elementary
Western International
Westside Academy
"When you want a change, lead it, go against the grain and involve the right people to help you execute it." – Jarvis Johnson
Jarvis D. Johnson was born on September 27, 1971 into a family who was already a very vital part of the community in which he was reared. His mother, Cleo Johnson was a very close affiliate and co-laborer with the late and great Mickey Leland (also from Houston's 5th Ward). And his father, Mister Larry Johnson is a graduate of Houston's legendary Phyllis Wheatley Sr. High School, having a very rich presence in the area of news broadcasting. And still, Mister Larry Johnson is an important part of the HBCU, Texas Southern University.
During his early years, growing up in the historical political district of 5th Ward, Jarvis attended a Catholic School (St. Francis) located in Kashmere Gardens'. When asked about what type of student he was in his early years, Jarvis jokingly answered "Bad as hell!" Although this may have been an over-statement, it is no surprise that a future politician would be an overly social busy body, as the same is true about most people who are later found to be "gifted" in one area or another. The fact is: it's sometimes difficult for a small child to contain their gift of being extraordinary. But, by the time he became a teenager, Mister Jarvis Jonson had become more equipped to handle his pre-destined duties as a helper of the people.
When he was 16 years of age, his journey of servanthood had already begun. Under the mentorship of a man by the name of Reverend Robert Handy, Johnson was inspired to volunteer his time and efforts for the sake of people who were less fortunate than he was. In fact, also during his early teens, Johnson and his sister Velika were two of the founding members of the Mickey Leland Youth Task Forces (MLYTF). This program was one that nurtured character development and encouraged the youths to concentrate on critical thinking. In other words, they were focused more-so on "how to think" as opposed to "what to think". The program also boosted its young participants to be active participants in life instead of merely being spectators.
"Ever since he was very young, Jarvis was a very sharp young man who was already heading up effort in helping the people of his community." said Virtle Benet
As a young man, he received a Bachelor's degree from Texas Southern University. Yet, at the tender age of 22 (while he was still attending Texas Southern), he courageously accepted the task of becoming the Executive Director of the Phoenix Outreach Youth Center (POYC) where he says he grew immensely as a philanthropist. The story, as it was told to a reporter in recent days, was a very heartwarming one. "Reverend Robert Handy was in the hospital and he had asked to see me." said Johnson. He then continued with his story: "Then, he started to tell me many things about the organization that I did not know… He told me the tax ID number, the bank account information, and other important administrative information like that… and he told me to make sure I did a good job at the center… I didn't understand the sense of urgency and finality, but Reverend Handy obviously did, because the very next day, I received a phone call with someone telling me that he had died… so basically, his dying wish was for me to carry the torch."
According to Mister Jarvis Johnson, he had begun serving and volunteering at a very young age, because he was inspired by "good", but by the time he had assumed the role as the Executive Director of the Phoenix Outreach Youth Center, he was inspired by "God". And from there, things had begun to shift in Jarvis' favor. In fact, a woman by the name of Sarah Joseph had caught wind of what Jarvis was doing at the 5th Ward based organization and was thoroughly impressed by the zeal and actions of this young man. She reached out to Jarvis and asked him what he wanted and/or needed in order to further his endeavors. At that time he started to rattle off a list of small desires; pens, pencils, books, general supplies, and so on. But, the woman had to awaken him by saying "Jarvis, I'm with the Houston Rockets… Allow us to give you more than pencils and notepads." And so – on behalf of the Phoenix Outreach Youth Center (POYC), he asked for a new house where all of the organization's basic services could be facilitated. Accordingly, Miss Sarah Joseph and the Houston Rockets Organization graciously obliged.
Under those circumstances, Jarvis was about to be catapulted into an even more notable position in life. Not many years thereafter, he had resigned from his position as executive director and channeled his energy into being a full-time city council member for Houston's District B.
Preceded by Carol Mims Galloway, Jarvis Johnson held this position within the city of Houston for 6 years and was then succeeded by its current council member, Jerry Davis.
Yet and still, since early on, Johnson has personally adopted the motto of "Leading By Example" , and to date, he has done what appears to be an effortless job at leading by example. From being a young volunteer, to being a full-time servant of the people, to now – being a successful business man; Mister Jarvis Johnson has done a fine job at leading by example.
Most recently though, his business, Aunt Bea's restaurant, located at Tidwell and I-45, had been a favorite place for many patrons to go and enjoy savory southern dishes, except, it became engulfed in flames, not long ago. It's no surprise that the restaurant was a place where its customers could find awesome service, since its owner, Mister Jarvis Johnson, has spent the bulk of his life serving others. And as it pertains to the rest of his life, I'm certain that we can always count on Jarvis D. Johnson to be a servant of the people.
Note to Reader: On the 24th day of May 2016, we'll have to VOTE 1 MORE TIME! With Kimberly Willis as his opponent, Jarvis D. Johnson is a 2016 Democratic candidate for District 139 of the Texas House of Representatives.
Early voting for the Primary Runoff Election is May 16 – May 20.
Story By: Shelondra Peavy
Jarvis Johnson Host Pastor Breakfast
Photo Credit: Anthony Stewart
As intensity grew on stage, so did the anger in some of the members of the audience, especially in the family of Kimberly Willis. Heated moments between some audience members and her father, almost ended in a brawl, with comments being yelled out from her family in regards to some of the statements that were thrown out to the audience by Johnson, that they believed were just untruths. As the debate continued, yelling could be heard from the back hallway, which intensified, and eventually caused Willis to step off stage. She made it known to everyone that "my family comes first." She made strides to make sure her family was okay, and someone from the audience immediately told her that they were fine. With that information, Willis made her way back to center stage and continued on with the debate.
Roy Malonson, who was the moderator, had to step in several times to not only calm the audience down, but to also keep tension down between the candidates, especially surrounding time allowed for responses to questions and time allowed for rebuttals. At the beginning of the debate, the rules were made known to everyone. Candidates were given one minute to respond to the questions they were asked from the panel and audience members, and thirty seconds for rebuttal. Johnson was frustrated several times with the given time restraints, and often went over his allotted time because he felt like the timekeeper was giving more time to his opponent. Due to this, compromises were eventually made between the panel, the moderator, the person in charge, and the candidates. This compromise extended the response time to a minute and a half, and the rebuttal time to forty-five seconds. With the extension of time, the candidates were able to adequately discuss their points about different issues in a little more detail.
Despite challenging tensions within the debate, critical issues that greatly affect the lives of many were discussed to the fullest extent. These issues ranged from; pension reforms, standardized testing, law enforcement, new and existing black businesses, Texas prisons, assistance for the elderly, preserving historical land, and lastly they discussed their personal beliefs and political platforms. Johnson made it known that we must "listen to those who have come before us, and deal with the issues of our community everyday." Willis expressed how she wants to "improve the quality of life, and improve the communication within the community."
It is important that African Americans get out and vote, as these issues directly affect our communities. Johnson, formerly known as City Council member for the City of Houston, Texas District B, confidently took the stage, as he expressed the issues that surround the African American communities. These issues include; the unemployment rates, creating more jobs, economic development, building more houses, which will help bring more jobs, and improving the education system. Johnson expressed that having a leadership that understands the issues at hand is very important. He furthered stated that "the community is only as strong as its voters", which is why African Americans must exercise their right to vote.
On the other side, his opponent, Willis stressed that there is a huge gap in the community of "people who don't know what is going on, and those who do know what's going on in the community." She would like to bridge this gap, and make sure that everyone is aware of what is going on around him or her. Furthermore, she also wants to improve our education systems, increase home ownership, help regulate our prison systems, build a relationship of trust within the community, while building up the community we already have. If elected, both candidates made it known that diversity will be represented within their staff. Johnson stated, "you have to have people in your community who understands where your community comes from." Willis also expressed that a lot of her current staff is from the African American community, and if elected, diversity will be found in her staff as well. Both candidates are also aware of the shoes that they must fill. Former State Representative Sylvester Turner, now Mayor of the City of Houston, Texas, did a phenomenal job representing our community in the past for more than twenty-five years, and both candidates made it known that they are willing to step up, and be the leader that our community needs and deserves.
The election is not too far away, and one of the most important issues surrounding the African American community is that we simply don't get out to vote! Your vote is your voice! If you don't vote, then you can't complain about the issues that surround our community. Not only did our ancestors fight and die so that we may have this right, but it is equally important that we elect the right person to represent our community, as this person will be in control over what happens to our future, the future of our kids, and their kids. Furthermore, whoever is elected, must be held accountable to what it is that they said they were going to do. Action will always speak louder than words.
Johnson stated, "Don't wait for someone to do something for you, do for yourself." With that being said, we must do for our community by expressing our right to vote! Our future depends on it! Early voting begins May 16th through May 20th, and the main Election Day is May 24th, 2016. Who will you vote for?
Written by: Chelsea Davis-Bibb, M.Ed.
Photos By: Meeko TV]]>
"Today the federal government granted the request for Individual Assistance for Harris County which was affected by severe weather and flooding. I would like to thank all the local, state and federal officials who helped in making this possible.
"I would like to thank the President and FEMA for quickly granting Texas' request for Individual Assistance following last week's severe weather. The federal government will continue to work with our local and federal partners to aid residents of Harris County while they are recovering and rebuilding from flood damages and ensure all those affected receive the assistance they need."]]>
The settlement absolves Cleveland of any responsibility for Rice's murder, a sly method of implying that Tamir was partially responsible for his death.
Although they refused to indict either Loehmann or Officer Frank Garmback, the Officer in charge of training the trainee, the Grand Jury who heard the case related that the events that led to Tamir Rice's death were a "perfect storm of human error, mistakes and communications…" However, it did not reach the threshold of being a criminal act.
Cleveland will pay half of the settlement amount this year, and the remaining balance next year. This matter now moves to a probate judge who must approve the deal prior to any monies being delivered.]]>
Paul was best known for his patent recording "Me and Mrs. Jones", a song that highlighted the vaunted "Philadelphia Soul" sound.
"Me and Mrs. Jones" delivered Billy Paul to heights that he would never reach again. The recording earned Paul a Grammy for best male Rhythm & Blues performance; he beat out both Ray Charles and Curtis Mayfield for the honor. After the suceess of "Me and Mrs. Jones" radio stations shunned Paul's follow-up song of "Am I Black Enough for you." Considering it to be too politically conscious and pro-Black.
Billy Paul was one of many singers who found success when backed by the recording team of Kenneth Gamble and Leon Huff of Philadelphia International Records. The dynamic duo of Gamble and Huff would be later sued by Paul for unpaid royalties, a jury awarded Paul $500,000.
During a sixty-plus year career, Paul recorded with the likes of Charlie "Bird" Parker and Dinah Washington. He will be remembered as the signature voice of the "Philly Sound".]]>
As you may remember from my December column, I discussed the property tax calendar and how property tax activities happen each year at approximately the same time every year.
I bring this up because this is the time of year when the appraisal district begins sending out the property value notices to every property owner in the county. You may already have received in the mail, or soon will receive, your 2016 Notice of Appraised Value.
This notice is a letter from me to you that lists both the market value of your property and the appraised value. Please do not put this letter on the counter in that stack of mail you intend to read some day – open it now – because you have a limited amount of time to take action on it.
One way to think about market value is to ask, "How much would I reasonably expect to get if I had put my property up for sale and it sold on January 1 of 2016?" That would be the 2016 fair market value.
The reason I want you to open this letter as soon as you receive it is because if you disagree with the market value and want to file a protest, you only have until May 31. If for some reason you do not receive your value notice letter until May or later, then you will have 30 days to file your protest. But if you miss the filing deadline, then you have lost your chance to protest this year and will have to wait until next year. I'll discuss more about the protest process in my next column.
In addition to the value of your property, the letter provides a lot of good information about what to do if you disagree with the value we put on the property and how to file a protest either online, by mail or in person. Also included in the envelope is a green protest form.
On the back of the letter is important information about your exemptions and an estimate of your 2016 property taxes. You really should take the time to look at the back of the letter to make sure you are receiving the correct exemptions on your property such as the regular residence homestead exemption (RES), over-65 (OVR), Disability (DIS), or veteran's exemptions (VT). This information is located in a box halfway down the page.
If you think you should be receiving an exemption and it isn't listed in the letter, please let us know by calling 713-957-7800. This is HCAD's busiest season, so it's better to call early in the morning just after 8:00 AM. You can also email firstname.lastname@example.com to ask questions.
The Greenspoint area of Houston, Texas exhibited Hurricane Katrina-like qualities as my wife and I trudged through nearly four feet of water to witness the devastation first hand. Prompted by images of babies floating along in refrigerators and crates reminded us of the horrors the citizens of New Orleans experienced in 2005. We saw families with battered looks on their faces trying to overcome the forces of nature with little success. To escape rising flood waters was their ultimate task even if it meant leaving everything they owned behind. Charles Darwin's "survival of the fittest" analogy became more apparent each passing moment as thousands of people became affected by the obvious, that is, "uncertainty". The true character of Houston's residents, however, shined brightly as hundreds of volunteers from other parts of Harris County rushed in to help those in need.
About 45 miles west of Greenspoint lies the small community of Brookshire. It's home to the Royal High School Falcons. Now, it's also home to over 80 displaced families affected by the same weather system that would eventually drench all of Southeast Texas. The amount of rain seen in this area was a part of the phenomenon known as the "500-year flood". This doesn't mean that the event happens once in every 500 years; it means that it has 1 in 500 chances of it occurring annually. For you mathematicians, that calculates to 0.2%. In laymen's terms it means that it happens rarely.
Brookshire and surrounding areas in Waller County got over 15 inches of rain during a 24-36 hour period that has cancelled school in Royal ISD for the entire week. Royal High School is now a shelter for residents displaced by flood waters and more rain that's on the way. Like Greenspoint, many people from all over Harris County flocked to Brookshire to offer their assistance. Volunteers from local/area churches, businesses, civic groups, Greek-Lettered Organizations, as well as fire department and emergency response personnel, have come together to make sure the citizens of Brookshire are not standing alone in this time of need.
Social Darwinism should not apply to human beings who cannot help themselves due to illness, disaster, or calamities in my opinion. It is very important that we all come together and help one another in times like these. And, come together we did. It was a sight to behold. Elementary students from Shafer Elementary School in Katy, delivered a caravan of supplies and goods to Royal High. The "Clique Tight Riders" from Hempstead along with the "ICU Riding Club" from Waller, also blessed the citizens of Brookshire with the assistance they needed. 20 plus girl scouts from Katy helped organize donated clothing into neat, little stacks while Reverend Lee Jones and his church members from Brookshire prepared food and snacks from sun up to sundown. The PVAC (Prairie View Alumni Chapter) of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated played a major role in volunteering their services throughout the week. My fraternity, Alpha Phi Alpha, Incorporated, along with the ladies of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority worked hard by directing and organizing logistical movements at this "shelter" while encouraging the residents to be strong.
Brookshire Mayor, Eric Scott and Fire Chief, Lyndon Stamps expressed gratitude for all the help the community and surrounding areas received. Hempstead Mayor, Michael Wolfe and Waller County Judge Elaine Jackson also made major contributions to the citizens of Brookshire. In spite of all of the good things happening in Brookshire during this time of recovery, Royal Independent School District lost one of our most loved teachers to the rapid flood waters. We ask that everyone remember Social
Studies Teacher, Charles Odum, who was not only a great teacher, but also a wonderful husband, father, and mentor in your prayers.
The Floods of 2016 may have crippled Brookshire, but it did not stop them from moving forward. Please continue to pray for their recovery. God bless, good night, and keep yo families together.]]>
As I am certain that you have heard by now, our great ancestor and unparalleled freedom fighter Harriet Tubman has been selected to be the new image on the twenty-dollar bill. Tubman's selection makes her the first African-American to be selected by the U.S. Treasury department to ever appear on American paper currency.
Predictably, there are many who oppose Tubman's selection for no other reason than her race; additionally, there are many within the African-American community who would have favored a figure such as Frederick Douglass, America's foremost Abolitionist, to replace former U.S. President Andrew Jackson on the new twenty-dollar bill.
Let me first say that I have nothing against African-American luminaries such as Frederick Douglass, the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, or any other person that others would like to see on American currency, however, after putting some thought into this matter, I think that Harriet Tubman is the perfect person to adorn the new currency.
Put simply, it is Harriet Tubman who best represents the sacrifices that African-Americans have made to this nation without asking for anything in return beyond their just due.
I am certain that you realize that there were several issues that drove this nation into a Civil War, the vast majority of these issues in some shape, form, or fashion dealt with the issue of slavery. Quite possibly, the biggest 'difference-maker' in regards to subduing slavery was Harriet Tubman.
Tubman's status as the 'Moses' figure who led her people to freedom on the Underground Railroad is well known. In this role, Tubman never lost a single passenger. She was known for threatening to kill any 'passengers' who felt that they could not complete the journey with immediate death; according to Tubman, there was no turning back. She also stated that she could have freed twice as many enslaved Africans if they had only known that they were enslaved. There is no doubt whatsoever that Tubman was on the front-lines of the battle to free our people. In fact, most are unaware that her contributions to freeing our people extend well beyond her courageous activities on the Underground Railroad.
What is unknown to many is that in addition to freeing hundreds of enslaved Africans, Tubman also served as a spy for the Union Army that led her to conduct innumerable reconnaissance missions.
We now know that Harriet Tubman was instrumental to many of the operations that Union Generals planned as they ventured into southern areas that they were unfamiliar with. They consulted Tubman who knew many of these regions like the back of her hand; there is no doubt that both her knowledge and the information that she provided in her role as a spy who was frequently situated behind 'enemy lines' was irreplaceable for the Union Army. As with most military conflicts, the information Tubman provided to Union leaders helped them not only turn the tide of the war, but also emerge victorious.
As previously mentioned, I believe that Tubman is the perfect person to receive this honor because her commitment and life-experience closely follows that of African-Americans who have made incredible sacrifices for this nation yet received little in return.
After risking her life as a spy who covertly moved through enemy lines to secure information that no one else could have even hoped to retrieve for the Union Army, the U.S. Government, as it is known to do when it comes to dealing with African-Americans, turned their back on Tubman and denied that she had made any contributions to the cause to end slavery. It took Tubman thirty-years to not only receive the recognition that should have been given freely, but also to collect upon a pension that she deserved for her role in the U.S. Civil War.
This is why I believe that Tubman is the perfect representative for this honor. Her life in many ways displays the dogged strength and commitment to righteousness that our people have continually displayed throughout their trials-and-tribulations in this nation; contributions that I must add are neither honored nor acknowledged by the U.S. Government.
Roy D. Malonson]]>
First Black African-American Captain, Major and Colonel of Baltimore County Police Department
First Black Chief of Police for Rice University Police Department (RUPD)
HOUSTON – The term "force" has been described as, "any influence that causes a free body to change its speed, direction or shape. Force is any physical sort of physical strength applied on an object to make it move. Basically, the two most common types of forces are push and pull." Force is also a term attributed to describing, "an organized body of military personnel or police."
As it is, we are encompassed roundabout in a nation where each state, city and even some counties, communities, school districts and universities have chosen to elect various men and women of courage to; stand and push and pull at the heart of mankind in the efforts of creating a more perfect union. While there remain various types of forces in today's society; African-American News & Issues has chosen to present one whom we have titled as the, "Force behind the force"! This mighty man of nobility hails from Baltimore, Maryland and arrived in Houston a little over four years ago to become the leading and driving force behind Rice University Police Department. This appointment is one that establishes him as being the first Black Chief of Police and Director of Public Safety for the infamous University.
During an interview with Chief Johnny C. Whitehead, he explained his journey from Maryland's largest city to Texas' largest city. He shared that initially, his father wanted him to be a carpenter. With a slight chuckle he said, "But the carpenters that I talked to, told me that I wanted to be an electrician." So, originally he went to Vocational School and majored in Electrical Maintenance. But after graduating high school he found that his heart was not in that industry.
At the age of 19, he recalls encountering an African-American police officer who worked on foot patrol in his West Baltimore community. The gentlemen offered him insight as to how the Baltimore City Police Cadet Program could provide a decent salary and assist with his educational expenses. At that time, Whitehead did not realize that he would be setting himself up for a career that would produce decades' worth of service to the public. He proceeded on to the City Police Headquarters for walk-in testing. Much to his surprise, he passed the exams and continued on in the selection process and passed it as well. Hence, he became a police cadet for the Baltimore City Police Department at the age of 19. Two years, later he went to the Police Academy and began working the streets as a police officer in the Northern District.
In 1979, Whitehead decided to move to the Baltimore County Police Department. He started his first assignments in the Towson Precinct. Although patrolling came as a mere hobby to him, he was encouraged by his Sergeant to take the Corporal test. After heeding to his Sergeant's advice, he took the test and was promoted after only four years of being an officer with the Baltimore County PD. He worked in Vice Narcotics and Training Sections as Corporal. Undoubtedly, becoming accustomed to soaring through the ranks at this point in his life, he took the next step and made Sergeant in 1985. As Sergeant he worked in the North Point Precinct and later moved to the Legal Section. This provided him the opportunity to serve as Baltimore County PD's Legislative Liaison and Fair Practices Officer. In 1989, he was promoted to Lieutenant. He also shared during our interview that, "Every time there was an opportunity to advance, I would take advantage of it."
Thus in 1991, Whitehead made history in Baltimore County. He became the first "African-American promoted to the rank of Captain and was given command of the Cockeysville Precinct, Baltimore County's largest precinct by land area." Three years later, he became the first African-American Major for Baltimore County PD. Continuously soaring like an eagle through the ranks, one year later he became the first African-American promoted as Colonel in the same division. During this pivotal point in his life, he was given command of Baltimore County's Field Operations Bureau.
He retired from the Baltimore County Police Department in 1997 to accept the position of Director of Operations for the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration. He then served as Senior Policy Advisor on Public Safety for the Lieutenant Governor of Maryland. He went on to become Chief of Police at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. It was after this experience that the Chief set his sights on Houston.
When Chief Whitehead first learned that Rice University was recruiting for Chief of Police, he explained that he really didn't know a lot about Houston. He said, "I had come to Houston a couple of times attending conferences – but I didn't know a lot about the city." After being appointed to his current position, the he has come to love the city as well as his position at Rice. He shared that he appreciates the smaller, more intimate community that Rice offers. "You really get a chance to know everyone, from the students, to faculty and staff, to the groundskeeper," he said. He also added that, "at Rice students actually want to engage our officers, inviting them to their leadership meetings, having lunch and dinner with them in the dining halls, weighing in on policy and giving us advice on how to improve safety."
As Whitehead continued on in his law enforcement career, he also commenced to advancing himself academically. He expressed that he would go to school part-time and full-time. From his perseverance stance, he earned a Bachelor of Science in Political Science from the University of Baltimore. He later attained a Master of Science in Applied Behavioral Science from Johns Hopkins University. He is also a graduate of the FBI National Academy.
In every phase of life no matter what a person aspires to become or actually becomes there will be some pitfalls or challenges that one will face. Chief Whitehead reminisced of a few challenges that he was faced with in his early career. He explained when he first joined Baltimore County PD there were only eight African-American officers out of 1400 to his recollection. He said that there were times when inappropriate comments were made. In some of the report writing the language would specify African-Americans as "Negroes". But he conveyed that these things changed over time. He continued on to say that as he began to rise through the ranks there were others of the majority race, who assumed that his advancements were contributed to Affirmative Action measures versus his own hard work and dedication. Nevertheless, Chief Whitehead shared that none of these things served as obstacles for him. He said, "Eventually, you establish yourself and develop a reputation of being capable and able to do the job." It is obvious that over the years, that is exactly what he has done and it has served to be very profitable for him.
When asked about his inspirations, to this day he still recognizes the Black foot officer that worked his neighborhood as a young adult as one of his greatest inspirations. He also gave reverence to his Sergeant at Baltimore County PD. He said, "I would have been happy chasing 911 calls my entire career". However it was so that Whitehead had a mind to excel and a heart to advance. It is evident that the same generosity that was bestowed upon him by others was received well. For, there are many who have recognized the much accomplished Chief as being instrumental in their careers as well, including his cousin, Captain Robert McCullough. Throughout the years, one can only assume that this man of great force has seen a lot and been a lot of places. To that regard when asked of advice to be rendered to the Black community, he revealed the following… "With the changing landscape of American justice… With all of the concerns between race relations and policing and their communities… Some think that the answer to improving relations is, better training of police officers and use of equipment like body cameras and yes all of those things are important. But the most important thing is the engaging of the community. I would like to encourage the public to take advantage of every opportunity that they have to engage with their local police department and learn more about them as they learn about the community that they are working in. These measures will assist with the changing landscape of American justice…"
In past, Chief Whitehead has been noted as one of the "pioneers" of the Baltimore County Police Department and "an asset to the communities that he has served". He once wrote an article for the Federal Bureau of Investigations Law Enforcement Bulletin entitled, Law Enforcement and the Legislative Process. Today, Chief Johnny Whitehead serves as Vice President for the Houston Chapter of NOBLE, the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives, Secretary, for the Houston Area Chiefs of Police Association and member of the International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators.
The Chief is married to Kim Whitehead, a retired administrator for the Baltimore County School System. Together, they have a son, Josh who is 24-years-old and a recent graduate of the University of Massachusetts. African-American News & Issues salutes Chief Johnny C. Whitehead for the many years of service that he has offered to the law enforcement community. Furthermore, we recognize him as a historic figure of our present-day and one that is truly deserving of the title, "Force behind the Force!"
By: Rebecca S. Jones]]>


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Tucked away on the second floor of the Questrom School of Business, you'll find lots of ways to manage your appetite, thirst, or sweet tooth. This quick-service restaurant offers hearty sandwiches, soups, salads, and great pastries baked daily, including healthy Sargent Choice items. We have grab-n-go meals and snacks, too. But why not stay a while? There's plenty of seating available for studying or socializing.
Location595 Commonwealth Ave Boston, MA
Spring Semester Hours 2016
Mon–Thu7:30 am–6:30 pmFri7:30 am–2:30 pmSat–SunClosed
Study Period 4/30 - 5/2/16
Sat–SunClosedMon7:30 am–6:30 pm
Final Exams 5/3 - 5/7/2016
Tue–Thu7:30 am–6:30 pmFri7:30 am–2:30 pmSatClosed
Senior Week 5/8 - 5/13/2016
SunClosedMon–Fri11:30 am–2:30 pm
Commencement Weekend 5/14 & 5/15/16
Payment options
ContactKyle McMurray
Phone: 617-353-1524
Where to Eat
- Residence Dining
Retail Dining
- Faculty Dining
- Basho Express
- Breadwinners at Questrom
- BU Pub
- Buick Street Market
- Domino's Pizza
- Dunkin' Donuts
- Einstein Bros.
- Extreme Pita
- Healthy Blends
- Jamba Juice
- Late Night Kitchen at Marciano Commons
- Raising Cane's
- Rize at Marciano Commons
- School of Law Café
- Starbucks at 700 Commonwealth ave
- Starbucks at The Hotel Commonwealth
- Starbucks at Questrom
- Union Court
- Basho Sushi
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Have you had your child's vision tested?
Started by Weirdly Sane , Jan 13 2013 05:09 PM
18 replies to this topic
Posted 13 January 2013 - 05:09 PM
If so, did you use a specialist optometrist with an interest in paediatrics, or just your local OPSM or Specsavers?
Posted 13 January 2013 - 05:12 PM
My 8 year old's vision has been checked by a behavioural optometrist.
Posted 13 January 2013 - 05:15 PM
QUOTE (proudmama1 @ 13/01/2013, 05:42 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
My 8 year old's vision has been checked by a behavioural optometrist.
Same here.
Posted 13 January 2013 - 05:16 PM
just the local OPSM. 3yrs ago for DD2 she was in yr3 at the time. She was bordering line needing classes, she was (and is) a prolific reader, but was having trouble completing her school work. the Optomatrist recommeded for her to not get them.
a week or so later, she was sitting at the kitche table and could not read a school notice that was on the noticeboard on the wall, DD1 and I could and DH could with his classes (also new) on. DD2 put on Dh's classes and could read it.
Next day i took her back and insisted she get glasses, her schoolwork improved greatly, and soon reflected her abilites.
Posted 13 January 2013 - 05:19 PM
DS9 first had an issue picked up at childcare by the Sydney Eye Hospital outreach program, and attended there for a couple of years. After a gap of a few years Dp took him to Specsavers, where he was prescribed glasses, and after 6 months new ones, as there ahd been a decline.
DS5 was screened via an outreach program, with no issues identified.
Posted 13 January 2013 - 05:20 PM
I took DS1 to our local optometrist, who has experience with young children. He was 3.5. We were also referred to a behavioural optometrist, but not for an eye check, although he did double check his prescription.
DS2 had a check with same one due to DS1's eye problems, & DD will too when she's a bit older.
Posted 13 January 2013 - 05:21 PM
Had DD tested recently because of some issues. We went to the local optometrist (not OPSM or Specsavers but something along those lines) and found them to be very thorough.
Posted 13 January 2013 - 05:23 PM
Just the local optometrist, who then referred them on to a paediatric opthamologist. I took DS1 as he'd missed the eye screen that gets done at preschool and honestly thought there would be no problem as he was an early reader. DS2 was taken because of DS1.
Posted 13 January 2013 - 05:31 PM
DS and DD were both sceeened through an outreach program at long day care. DD was fine, but they picked up a 'lazy eye' with DS. I'd noticed it a bit but hadn't realise dit was that bad. After 3-4 sessions at a local optomotrist and eye exercises at hime, his eye has straightened out.
I still take them every 2 years to be checked at OPSM or similar.
DD aloso had something similar to a sty, when she was around 2 which was monitored by a specialist to see if it went away on it's own. Took about 6-8 mths but it dissolved without surgery
Edited by Coffeegirl, 13 January 2013 - 05:33 PM.
Posted 13 January 2013 - 05:41 PM
I take my kids to the local OPSM at 5yrs before they start school. No expectation if issues, just knowledge DH needed glasses in primary school.
When DS1 was tested at 5yrs as DS2 was calling out all the letters too, they tested him too at 3yrs.
DS1 has just been retested at 7yrs and all is still fine. DS2 has just been retested at 5.5 yrs and us showing slight issue. They have recommended he he tests in 1yr rather then 2. I also get them tested for colourblindness as my father is profoundly colourblind (I am also on the borderline between normal and colourblind vision.
DH is red green colourblind too so will also test DD before she starts school). I will get the kids to do the detailed colourblind test before they sart high school as my deficit is in tonal variations so it only became an issue in Art for mixing colours and Chemisty in describing colour results of tests. Better to know and have it documented then try and argue blind with teachers (my deficit was only picked up 5yrs ago although I long suspected. DHs deficit was nt picked up until he was starting work post Uni).
Posted 13 January 2013 - 05:52 PM
Thank you all so much for your replies. DS (!0 years old, has ASD) has started squinting. It is difficult for me to ascertain whether it's behavioural (he's seen on TV or in a movie that characters squint to see distances and has started to copy it) or whether he genuinely has difficulty seeing distances.
I can't decide whether to go for the quick option and just go local, or seek out someone more experienced with children.
Any recommendations for eastern suburbs Melbourne gratefully received (via PM to comply with EB rules )
Posted 13 January 2013 - 05:52 PM
I initially had DS tested at my optometrist but wasn't happy the results were correct so took his to another local one who was recommended as being good with kids. She picked up that DS needed glasses and has been monitoring his vision for the past 10 months.
I will take my 3 year old soon to be tested.
Posted 13 January 2013 - 05:58 PM
When DS was in Kindergarten, his teacher wrote me a note that mentioned she had some concerns that maybe DS had a 'tracking' problem.
Given my eyesight history, we had him tested with my opthamologist and he got the all clear on all issues but I will continue to keep to an eye (pardon the pun) on him given, as I said, my history. I am short-sighted coupled with glaucoma. His next check is in 2 years.
If there is a history of eye problems in the family, then I think it is worth a check every few years or so.
Posted 13 January 2013 - 05:59 PM
Our local optometrist that both DH and I use. She started complaining in the last term of last year that the black board was blurry. We thought she was joking because she has always had great vision.
She now wears glasses for distance and watching tv.
Posted 13 January 2013 - 06:05 PM
DS1's eyes were tested by an eye specialist at the RCH. They were tested because he has had an organ transplant, is immuno suppressed, and had a virus which was giving him really bad conjuctivitis. They did the eye test and he passed with flying colours.
Two months later his teachers commented he seemed to need glasses, and should get tested. We took him to OPSM and discovered he is short sighted and he has had glasses every since (two years ago).
I guess my point is, eye sight problems can come on really quickly in middle childhood, and with all the exposure we have to the medical world, I think OPSM and any of their ilk does as good a job with eye testing for short / long sightedness as a doctor would.
However, if there is an underlying medical condition causing the eye problems you need to see a doctor, and hopefully your optometrist would be able to tell you that!
Edited by threelittlegems, 13 January 2013 - 06:06 PM.
Posted 13 January 2013 - 06:06 PM
I have a congenital eye condition, so I requested paediatric opthamology appointments for my kids from the MCHN from the get go.
Posted 14 January 2013 - 03:08 AM
I've taken both of my older kids, including DS with Aspergers, to just a regular optometrist since they were 3yo. They've always enjoyed the experience and I've always found the optometrists really patient with them.
DD has been wearing reading glasses since she was 5yo.
Posted 14 January 2013 - 05:02 AM
DD had a turned eye so her problem was picked up real early and we only saw a regular optometrist mostly because thats all that was available where we lived (country WA) DS had his vision checked by a behavioural optometrist and was quite suprised he needed glasses! i make sure all kids get tested early due to DH needing glasses and DD
Posted 14 January 2013 - 07:06 AM
QUOTE (proudmama1 @ 13/01/2013, 06:12 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
My 8 year old's vision has been checked by a behavioural optometrist.
QUOTE (Foogle @ 13/01/2013, 06:58 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
When DS was in Kindergarten, his teacher wrote me a note that mentioned she had some concerns that maybe DS had a 'tracking' problem.
Given my eyesight history, we had him tested with my opthamologist and he got the all clear on all issues but I will continue to keep to an eye (pardon the pun) on him given, as I said, my history. I am short-sighted coupled with glaucoma. His next check is in 2 years.
If there is a history of eye problems in the family, then I think it is worth a check every few years or so.
ds got checked by an optometrist for tracking, who then sent him to an ophthalmologist who said there was no problem. 6 months later I still thought there was a problem, so took him to a behavioural optometrist who picked up a whole heap of issues.v for my dds I will take them straight to the behavioural optometrist.
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