MLK Children and Youth Program

This event will be held in the School of Education Building, throughout the first and second floors. Approximately 300 children and youth in grades Pre-Kindergarten-12 will join us to learn about, engage with, and celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through fun and educational activities. 

The MLK Jr. Children and Youth Program was started by Dr. Henry Meares in 1998. Throughout the years, this day has been filled with fun, creativity, dialogue, and entertainment. Our events have included storytelling, guided discussions and group projects, skits, rap poetry, and various musical performances. The program is facilitated by capable adults, many of whom are professional educators, youth workers, or students in the Marsal Family School of Education at the University of Michigan who have experience working with children or who are preparing to become teachers.