Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms

‘2 Sisters of First Water’ Go Live with Carisha To Discuss Their New Learning & Enrichment Program for Children Providing On-Site Meals, Daily Activities & More.

2020 has been a challenging year for the youth as they transitioned from attending school during the week to staying home for online learning. This school year has been the new-normal as children all around the world are waking up, getting dressed and headed to their computers to log in for class. Some children are more fortunate then others with having access to the internet, assistance from a guardian, meals, and a systematic plan set in place for their future success. On the other hand, many parents are working longer hours to make ends meet, and just do not have the time or money to be there for their children’s education advancement. 2 Sisters of First Water comes into play for those parents in need and is delivering a one -stop shop where your children can stay and learn all day with after-school hours.

Reading plays a major part in the development of any child. Young Black males have tested least high in that area and is without a doubt a leading cause to a later effect of mass incarceration, unemployment and many more setbacks.

“A 2017 report by the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) found that just 18 percent of Black eighth-graders reach reading “proficiency.” And in 2015 NAEP found that only 17 percent of Black 12th graders were proficient at reading. This means that during normal times, fewer than two out of every ten African-American high school graduates have the baseline skills they need to succeed. Compare that to the nearly half of White 12th graders who tested “proficient,” a rate about three times higher than that of Black high school seniors” https://www.thecrisismagazine.com/

The lack of teachers, teacher’s aides, and funding has created a downward decline in adequate learning in inner cities. This convenient and brilliant program is welcoming to children of Fulton county, DeKalb County, and Clayton County school districts. The founders of the program are two sisters from Georgia, Missy and Deborah Peyton. The mission of their program is to make sure each student they meet is enriched and empowered. Their initiative is to assist parents with relieving some of the pressure regarding monitoring their children’s education completion at home. First Water is not a school, the program is set in place to help children stay focused on completing their homework and studying. The children will be monitored by the instructors at the program and will be exposed to learning in a comfortable and calm atmosphere.

There is also a after school program and an anti-bullying course with counselors on site to listen to any concerns that children may want to discuss.

This is the perfect environment for your children! The founders of First Water are highly professional, experienced with children, and are running a top-notch program where the needs of the youth come first.

More Information & Registration Here: https://www.2sistersfw.com/

Remote Learning Assistance

Remote learning hours: 7:00AM-3:00PM. A hot breakfast will be served from 7:00AM-7:30AM. Hot lunch is prepared daily on site by 2Sisters at First Water. Snacks will also be provided.

Your child will be monitored throughout the day to ensure they are focused, engaged, actively participate in class activities, and are completing their assignments timely. Children at First Water have an opportunity to thrive in an environment that is an extension of home.

Antonio Brown Speaks! His role as Councilman, Defunding the police & more with Carisha The Diva.

July 31, 2020 by Carisha

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Councilman Antonio Brown sits with Journalist Carisha The Diva in Atlanta for a 1 on 1 about his role in the city council, the Rayshard Brooks Bill, defunding the police and more.

2020 has been a year that will go down in history! With everything going on in the media right now such as police brutality, the Pandemic, the scandals surrounding the late Jeffrey Epstein, and all of the protests happening around the world, it can be difficult to stay level headed in these trying times. The city of Atlanta has been receiving it’s share of media attention as well with the ongoing dispute between Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms and Governor Kemp about proper handling of safety regulations regarding the Coronavirus. Councilman Antonio Brown has been extremely hands on attending several protests, making his rounds speaking to different media outlets, and being vocal about the social injustices regarding the Black community. Atlanta journalist, Carisha The Diva managed to get a few words in with the political figure about his role in the city, dismantling white privilege and more. Watch below and follow her on Instagram @carishathediva

Jimmy Atchison’s father ‘Jimmy Hill’ attends protests in Atlanta!-Video

June 8, 2020 by Carisha

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By: Carisha J

The father of Jimmy Atchison attended several protests in Atlanta and continues to speak out about police brutality after the death of his son in 2019.

Jimmy Atchison was murdered by the police in the city of Atlanta during 2019 around the time of the Super Bowl Game. Police shot him in the face killing him while he was unarmed in a apartment during the serving of a warrant. His father, Jimmy Hill has been at every protest in Atlanta since the recent murder of another unarmed Black man, George Floyd. We want to be sure to keep his name alive as well during such trying times in America and may Jimmy Atchison rest in peace.

DJ Calvin Calls Out Gillie Da King Online! “Stop Clout Chasing Off Atlanta!”

April 22, 2020 by Carisha

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Atlanta’s finest, DJ Calvin calls out Philly MC legend “Gillie Da King” on social media for clout chasing off the city of Atlanta.

By: Sip of Gossip

It was all good just a few months ago when everyone was partying to bring in the New Year, and planning to make this 2020 the ultimate glow-up. That fantasy has sizzled ever since the Coronavirus or Covid-19 popped up and claimed the lives of thousands of people whose immune system could not fight the virus. Everyone from the politicians to online influencers has had an opinion on when would be a safe time to reopen the economy. With the fear of a worldwide recession breaking out, the senate and president’s cabinet have been battling on how to get ahead of the curve and stop the virus from further spreading. The state of Georgia has approximately 18,391 confirmed cases as of Tuesday April 22. With a higher recovery rate then actual deaths various people have spoken out about reopening the world, and taking dangerous chances just to allow citizens the opportunity to be outdoors. President Donald Trump stated just a few weeks ago that “people are going to die that have never died before.” With this rationale we can only pray that moving forward with state to state re-openings is decided intelligently enough to protect the best interests of the people.

As of yesterday, Republican Governor Brian Kemp went to the press and announced that the state will begin reopening starting with hair salons, barbershops, and certain small businesses that will be able to obey certain social distancing guidelines. The announcement created a worldwide outcry from not just the citizens living in the state, but out of state people voicing their opinions as well. Democrat Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms also weighed in on Governor Kemp’s actions stating she ‘allegedly’ was not made aware of his plans to begin reopening the state as early as Friday April 24^th. Mayor Bottoms, whose mother owned a hair salon for 20 plus years is against his decision stating “you have to live to be able to fight another day.” Deaths are continuously rising state wide, and there are many people with asthma in Georgia. Gillie Da King, a Philadelphia native, recording artist, blogger, and entrepreneur made a public video shaming the citizens of Atlanta, and insinuating that the ‘higher ups’ are not looking out for the best interest of the African American community. His overall statements concluded that this is a trap to invite many more minorities to possibly become infected with the virus. Gillie who has never been 1 to bite his tongue, spoke openly and vividly that people “don’t see the gimmick going down”, and that “ni&&as can’t wait to get the Coronavirus special.” He also goes on to ask why other states not as populated with minorities are not being opened as well. DJ Calvin also known in the industry as ‘da coordinator’ works with artists development, helping independent artist reach higher levels of success and hosting amazing mixtapes. He took matters in his own hands and called out the “Get Down on The Floor” artist as being a clout chaser, and to “respect the black intellect and hustle that creates Atlanta!” Do you think Gillie Da King is trying to chase clout or is he stating that politicians should not be handling situations most regarded by the CDC? Take a look at the video below and tell us what you think.

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Zaytoven Receives Proclamation from the City of Atlanta

January 13, 2020 by Dj RootsQueen

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by Tamiko Hope

On January 12, 2020, Grammy-winning and multi-platinum producer Zaytoven was presented with a Proclamation from the City of Atlanta and the Mayor’s office for his musical and philanthropic contributions. The music icon, who has worked with Kanye West, Drake, Gucci Mane, the Migos and Nicki Minaj, launched the Zay Area Foundation in 2018 (www.zayarea.org) in an effort to support disadvantaged youth in the community who have an interest in the creative arts, particularly music. Since its inception, the foundation has held a Family Fun Day event in Lithonia over the Labor Day holiday, in addition to partnering with middle schools in the Atlanta area where they donate music equipment.

Earlier this year, Zaytoven and the foundation aligned with Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta where the Grammy-winning producer plays the keys for patients of the hospital, in addition to providing arts and crafts materials for the kids to do activities with him. After making a large donation to the hospital, he received a room that bears his name at the hospital in his honor.

Zaytoven is no stranger to giving back. He has been active not only the Atlanta community, but also in his former home of San Francisco where he donates his piano and organ skills to his former church once a year. He still plays the keys in church every Sunday on the east side of Atlanta, something he’s done for well over a decade.

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