We Are Family at Little Sun People
A family tie is like a tree, it can bend but it cannot break ~ African proverb.
We Are Family
As we all prepare to gather with our given and chosen families during the winter holidays, we want to make sure that you know we count you all as part of LSP’s family! The ties that bind us are our beliefs that every child is a treasure who brings something special to the world and our children should experience pride and joy in knowing their African heritage. This winter holiday season, we encourage you to ask the Little Sun People student(s) in your life about what they’ve learned about their African heritage and you too will experience the joy & inspiration that overflows everyday at Little Sun People.
Dad's Cooking for Umoja Karamu
Umoja Karamu means "unity feast" in Swahili, is a time-honored tradition that emphasizes unity, self-determination, and reflection.
The event was a resounding success, with dads, father figures, and families gathering for an evening filled with delicious food and lots of laughs. It provided a fantastic opportunity for bonding and shining a spotlight on our babas. The turnout was impressive and dinner was charged with joy and community spirit. Together we celebrated, learned, and nourished our spirits, making it a memorable and heartwarming gathering.
Giving Tuesday . . . The Giving Continues
Thank you to the 35 donors that helped us reach 15% of our goal! Can we count on you to join those 35 donors in making a special gift to Little Sun People this holiday season? No donation is too small. Already donated? Determine if your employer matches donations to nonprofits and seek the match!
Parent Advisory Council Leaders
At Little Sun People, our parents are partners in the educational journey that we take with our students! The Little Sun People Parent Advisory Council (PAC) advances the mission and vision of LSP via parent engagement. We are excited to introduce you all to this year’s PAC Leaders:
President
Damilola Onilenla is mother to Charli Noelle (Ife) and Taylor Chanel (Timbuktwo). She currently serves as the special education department chair in her 6-12 NYCDOE school. Damilola considers herself a servant leader who is a team player that enjoys working collaboratively with others. Her prior community service endeavors all involve working with the youth, as that is her passion. She is excited to be part of the LSP Family and looks forward to her transition from Treasurer to President of the Parent Advisory Council.
Vice President
Yaa Sarpong is mom to Ife student Adira. Ms. Sarpong is an attorney with the New York City Board of Standards and Appeals, an administrative agency which focuses on land use in the five boroughs. Ms. Sarpong was born in Kumasi, Ghana, immigrated to the United States at 6 years and has been a New Yorker for the past 10 years.
Secretary
Rocio A. Acosta is an architect/project Manager with 24 years of experience - 18 in NYC, with a focus in Affordable Housing, educational facilities (including master planning) and hospitality. She attended Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute where she completed a dual degree in Architecture & Philosophy in 2000. Rocio is also an artist working in acrylics and oils, and has had poetry published and loves designing & building furniture, when time allows.