Dear Students, Educators and Friends,
For 130 years, AT&T has been committed to making a difference in the lives of the people and communities of South Carolina. One of the ways we try to do that is through the South Carolina African-American History Calendar.
Now beginning its third decade, the Calendar was conceived simply as a tool to assist the State Department of Education in meeting the statutory requirement to include African-American history in the curriculum. Over the years, it has evolved into an online information resource used by thousands worldwide, spreading the benefits far beyond the classrooms of our state, and the unveiling of each year’s Calendar has become an eagerly-awaited community event. Our community partners have been invaluable in the Calendar’s success and we appreciate their continuing commitment and support.
Throughout its history, the Calendar has remained true to its mission of recognizing and honoring the achievements of African-Americans with roots in South Carolina.
In many ways, the evolution of the Calendar parallels the evolution of AT&T. While the Calendar has expanded beyond the printed version, AT&T has embraced new technologies that have opened the door to exciting products and services such as the iPhone and AT&T U-verse service. Competition has spurred our advancements in wireless, broadband and advanced digital entertainment, bringing choice and innovation to your doorstep. And that means everyone benefits.
The individuals featured on the 2010 African-American History Calendar are shining role models for all our children. They have made a difference in their fields and their communities, excelling in areas as diverse as education, business, entertainment, sports, arts and crafts and public service. This Calendar is a tribute to the honorees’ strength, hard work and dedication to excellence. We hope you will enjoy and be inspired by their stories, as we have been.
Pamela P. Lackey
President
AT&T - South Carolina