About the events

Monday, February 3             Kick Off Event                          Registration Link
​Intergenerational Resistance: Honoring the 1964 School Boycott and Today’s Youth Struggles 

• This date marks the 61st anniversary of the 1964 New York City school boycott. On that historic day, hundreds of thousands of youth, supported by parents, educators, and community leaders, boycotted school to demand an end to segregation, systemic racism, and inequitable education. 

• This forum will feature Brian Jones who will illuminate the history and significance of the 1964 boycott.    We will also spotlight youth leaders engaged in today’s ongoing struggles for educational justice.

• Let’s honor the legacy of those who paved the way and empower youth voices leading the charge today.

• 4pm PST | 7pm EST

Tuesday, February 4             Reflective Practitioner Webinar     Registration Link

• Fostering Healthy Racial Identity in the Early Years: A Framework for Educators, Caregivers, and Parents

• ​Join this introductory session and learn about the release of a framework developed by DEY (Defending the Early Years) for fostering healthy racial identity in the early years. Co-hosted with DEY and BLM at School.

• 4pm PST | 7pm EST

Wednesday, February 5             Discussing Disability Justice      Registration Link

• ​Panelists will share their experiences living with a less apparent disability, and note how we further societies' othering of people with disabilities. Speakers will also explore principles of disability justice show up in their lives. Attendees will have an opportunity to ask questions. 

• 4pm PST | 7pm EST

Thursday, February 6           Artful Rest                                Registration Link
A Mindfulness and Creative Session for Restoration

• Take a moment to nurture your body, mind, and spirit in this restorative mindfulness and art-making session designed especially for educators, organizers, and activists. In this space, we'll honor the transformative power of care and rest as essential tools for sustaining the work of justice and change. Through meditation and mindful creative practices, you'll reconnect with yourself, connect with community, and create art as a form of expression and renewal. No previous meditation or art experience is necessary—just come as you are.

• 4pm PST | 7pm EST

Friday, February 7                Closing Event                           Registration Link

• Join together to close out the 2025 Black Lives Matter at School Week of Action! Let’s take a moment to celebrate and center Black joy. ​

• 4pm PST | 7pm EST