Educator and writer Taki S. Raton was recognized for his standing track record of journalistic contributions in the Black press to the Milwaukee community by the Historic African American Teachers of … [Read more...]
After the luncheons… HAAT and it’s future
HAATz Off to Pioneer Teachers of MPS Column: By Vicki Singh Collectively, the Historical African American Teachers (HAAT) has decided to continue to offer scholarships to working moms, art … [Read more...]
Willie Abney, A man for all seasons
HAATz Off to Pioneer Teachers of MPS Column: By Vicki Singh Willie Abney was born in Atmore, Alabama, some 60 plus years ago. His parents (Susie and Willie Sr.) had high hopes for all their … [Read more...]
Challenge Awards – Civic Leadership “In the village”
HAATz Off to Pioneer Teachers of MPS Column By Vicki Singh According to a definition of a civic leader, can we say “Who has changed Milwaukee’s central city (our village) for the better”, may … [Read more...]
Harry T. Kemp, the visual griot
HAATz Off to Pioneer Teachers of MPS Column Compiled By: Yvonne Kemp, JoAnne Kemp and Vicki Singh The award designed for Harry T. Kemp is not a ordinary plaque or citation. It has history and … [Read more...]
Gerald Wallace, the walking stick man
HAATz Off to Pioneer Teachers of MPS Column By Vicki Singh The late Gerald Wallace will be recognized by the Historic African American Teachers (HAAT) of the Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) by … [Read more...]
Vanguard casting extends services to HAAT project
HAATz Off to Pioneer Teachers of MPS Column: By Taki S. Raton When we think of cast iron or metal art objects as noted in the January 8 Milwaukee Courier featuring the bronze caste works of … [Read more...]
Area sculptress casts award creations for HAAT
HAATz Off to Pioneer Teachers of MPS Column By Taki S. Raton Milwaukee may have an emerging Edmonia Mary Lewis or even a Richard Hunt in the image and talent of 26-year-old sculptress Care Ekpo. … [Read more...]