Celebrating Community and Culture
Jambo Family,
I can’t believe we are almost in 2025. School year 2024 has been nothing less then fantastic!!! As the calendar year winds down, I reflect on my ascension to Executive Director which has been quite a whirlwind of amazing learning, sweet connections, and great experiences. As I recall our first day parent brunch and meeting the new Little Sun People, what a wonderful way to start off a school year in community with delicious food, some nerves and lots of smiles. In October we came together again to celebrate the Harvest with our children, so much fun and creativity to behold. Then came our Umoja Karamu in November, we welcomed in our Dads, Babas, Grandpas, Uncles and Brothers, it was a night to remember as we celebrated the men in our community and they wore the beautiful aprons created by the children.
Now I look ahead to Kwanzaa 2024, this will be many of the children’s first time on stage and we can’t wait to see their brilliance shine through. I look forward to celebrating with our families and friends on Thursday December 26, as the staff, families and children continue to grow in culture, community and love. What a great way to kick off the Kwanzaa season on Umoja-Unity with the community that brings me so much joy and purpose as we focus in the principles of Kwanzaa and continue to embody them everyday in our daily lives and especially at Little Sun People for our children and families.
In loving solidarity for a prosperous New Year for us all,
Mama Aaliyah
Reconnect, Engage, and Flourish Together
Dear Little Sun People Alumni,
As you've journeyed beyond the nurturing walls of Little Sun People, you've carried with you the seeds of wisdom, courage, and community we planted together. It's your achievements, big and small, that weave the rich tapestry of our extended family. Today, we invite you back to the garden where it all began—to reconnect, share, and continue growing with us.
Share Your Journey
We're eager to hear your stories and celebrate your milestones! Take a moment to update your information in our alumni database. Whether you've moved cities, changed careers, or expanded your family, let us stay connected. By updating your details, you ensure a bridge between your past and future, where experiences are shared, and lifelong friendships are nurtured.
Get Involved
There's always something happening at Little Sun People! Whether you're near or far, there are numerous ways to engage and make a difference:
Attend an Upcoming Event: From student programs to field days, our events are a fantastic way to reconnect with old friends and make new ones. Check out our calendar and mark yours!
Be an Advocate: Connect with us on social media and share our stories. Your voice can amplify our message, attracting more support and awareness for Little Sun People. Let's spread the light together! Facebook, Instagram
Donate to Support: Your generosity can light up lives. By donating, you help ensure that the future Little Sun People have the same opportunities to grow, learn, and thrive as you did.
Share Your Story: Have you achieved something you're proud of? Do you have insights or experiences you wish to share? Submit a bio or article for consideration, and let your voice inspire others on our website.
LITTLE SUN PEOPLE FUNDRAISER
Giving Tuesday
In a climate where books about Black communities are banned, Black history is being excised from school curricula (to the extent it is already in there), and school funding faces an existential threat, Little Sun People remains steadfast in its commitment to providing an African-centered culturally-responsive education - by any means necessary!
Little Sun People, Inc. (LSP) is a non-profit early childhood education center that provides culturally responsive education to preschool learners in Brooklyn. For over 40 years, LSP has brought to life the contributions and experience of people of African descent in the context of an academically rigorous curriculum that prepares our students holistically for what lies ahead in their varied academic and life journeys. This combination is precisely what makes an LSP education a high-quality early childhood program.
Understanding the need for children to receive a culturally responsive education beyond preschool years, LSP has embarked on its newest chapter by offering its first kindergarten class and elementary afterschool program!
If 180 of the people receiving this newsletter - a small fraction of the number of families positively impacted by LSP - donated $100, we would hit our mission-critical funding goal for this campaign. Can we count on you to be 1 of 180?
THE LITTLE SUN PEOPLE CLAN
In Our First Annual Kwanzaa Karamu
December 26, 2024 | 6-11p
352 Classon Avenue, 4th floor
Party Hard at Little Sun People's Kwanzaa Karamu Extravaganza
Kwanzaa Ceremony Led by Baba Neil Clarke
Dance Music by DJ Chris
Kwanzaa Vendors & Food Assortment
Regular price tickets go on sale on December 1, 2024
Singles: $55.00 or Families up to 4 people: $160.00
Available for Purchase at the Kwanzaa Karamu: Show Your Love for Little Sun People!
Join us in celebrating the vibrant community and culture of Little Sun People while supporting our mission to educate and empower young minds. Every purchase from our LSP Brooklyn Fundraiser directly contributes to our programs and initiatives, helping us create brighter futures for our children. Join us for the Kwanzaa Karamu pickup a few of these custom items.
