CHERRY HILL, N.J. - Cherry Hill has become the first school district in New Jersey to mandate an African American History course for graduation."We need to celebrate Black excellence.
We need to celebrate what has made this so strong and so successful," Cherry Hill Schools Superintendent Dr. Joseph Meloche said.Starting next fall in Cherry Hill, a full semester, two a half credit court will be a requirement for the district's 11,000 plus students.
The idea of a mandated class came from students themselves after the death of George Floyd."History is one of my favorite subjects and I think Black students and student of all colors and religion it could be great to see themselves represented," junior Xandria McKinnley said.Students say it's a.