African American Studies Workgroup

The 2020 legislature created the African American Studies Workgroup (Senate Bill 6168 Sec. 501 [3][i]) to develop recommendations for integrating, in a regular and ongoing basis, African American history, examinations of racism, and the history of the civil rights movement into curriculum provided to students in grades seven through twelve. The workgroup must also examine current curriculum available to school districts as well as professional development needs for educators.

A final report with recommendations is due to the Legislature by November 15, 2020.

Authorizing Legislation

Senate Bill 6168 (2020) Concerning an African American Studies curriculum for public school students.
RCW 28A.150.210 Basic education—Goals of school districts.

Legislative Report

Report to the Legislature: African American Studies Workgroup 2020 Senate Bill 6168 (2020) Sec. 501 (3)(i)

Committee Meetings

The work of this committee has concluded.

Past Meeting Minutes and Agendas

Friday, October 30, 2020 Zoom Meeting #6
Time 3:00-4:30 pm
Meeting Agenda - 10/30
Meeting Minutes - 10/30
Meeting Recording (Zoom) - 10/30

Thursday, October 15, 2020 Zoom Meeting #5
Time 4-7pm
Meeting Agenda - 10/15
Meeting Minutes - 10/15

Thursday, October 8, 2020 Zoom Meeting #4
Time 4-7pm
Meeting Agenda - 10/8
Meeting Minutes - 10/8

Thursday, October 1, 2020 Zoom Meeting #3
Time 4-7pm
Meeting Agenda - 10/1
Meeting Minutes - 10/1
Meeting Recording (Zoom) - 10/1 (1 of 2)
Meeting Recording (Zoom) - 10/1 (2 of 2)

Thursday, September 24, 2020 Zoom Meeting #2
Time 4-7pm
Meeting Agenda - 9/24
Meeting Minutes - 9/24
Meeting Recording (Zoom) - 9/24

Wednesday, September 9, 2020 Zoom Meeting #1
Time 4-6pm
Meeting Agenda - 9/9
Meeting Minutes - 9/9