Alder Site Chosen for BPI Symposium on Closing Achievement Gap

The Black Parent Initiative (BPI), presented by Comcast, is hosting the 3rd Annual Parent Symposium on Saturday, September 1, 2012 from 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM at Alder Elementary School, which is located at 17200 SE Alder Street, Portland, OR 97233.

This Symposium will provide parents, caregivers and community members with the opportunity to gain practical knowledge about best practices needed when raising Black and Multi-racial children. Entitled “Breaking the Cycle-Closing the Gap”, the Symposium will provide families and extended family members with cutting-edge strategies and practices to help eliminate the challenges facing Black and Multi-racial children in the Multnomah County area. Local professionals will be conducting forums around various topics impacting today’s Black family. The event will be keynoted by American Rapper and Record Producer, David Banner. David Banner is known as the living legend of hip hop, making him a true sensation to be heard. He has a strong faith and belief in doing something for the people. He believes that those who are able to donate to charity and help others are the best solution to our problems.

The Black Parent Initiative (BPI) is a community-based, family focused organization committed to addressing the significant and longstanding educational and life challenges facing low to moderate income Black families in the Portland metro area. BPI is currently the only culturally specific organization in Portland focused solely on ensuring parents are equipped with the necessary tools to ensure that Black children succeed in school and life.