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Members of the Selma community are honoring teachers ahead of National Teacher Appreciation Week.
Teachers are being honored for their work during the pandemic and for their role in shaping history.
Historic Brown Chapel AME Church and two local eateries teamed-up to provide gift bags for more than a hundred teachers.
The bags were delivered to teachers at R. B. Hudson Steam Academy and Clark Elementary School Thursday morning.
“We just want to recognize and respect what they historically down across the years but also for what they’re doing right now,” said Rev. Leodis Strong.
Teachers at both schools played a vital role in the Selma Voting Rights Movement.
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The city of Selma honors the life and impact of native son Dr. Frederick Douglas Reese. Reese was a key figure in the struggle for voting rights in Selma.
March 21st has been designated Dr. Frederick D. Reese Day in the city. A program honoring Reese was held at Selma High School Monday afternoon. Followed by a grand caravan through the city.
“This is just an honor to be here to observe this great, momentous occasion,” said Johnny Moss III.
“It’s long overdue.”
“This day is necessary for young people to understand that whatever position you’re in, you can always strive to achieve and succeed,” said Patricia Stewart.