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Shumpert Hosts Selma Viewing

Fresh off winning the Oscar for Best Song on Sunday, a group of Cleveland-area students had the opportunity to hear “Glory” for themselves on Wednesday, when Cavs player Iman Shumpert hosted them for a viewing of “Selma.”

Several junior high students from The B.R.I.C.K. program enjoyed the critically-acclaimed film at Solon Cinemas as part of the Cavs annual Black Heritage Celebration.

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Check out some snapshots from the event.

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About the Cavs Black Heritage Celebration initiative
The Cleveland Cavaliers 11th annual Black Heritage Celebration (BHC) tipped off on Martin Luther King Jr. Day - Monday, January 19th. This year’s theme is “Making a Difference. One Generation to the Next.” In February, Black History Month, the Cavs are featuring themed game nights dedicated to recognizing the achievements of African Americans who have paved the path for the next generation. The team's game presentation is highlighting inspiring black history moments- interviews with influential African Americans, including notable Cavs legends and players; and special halftime performances.

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About The B.R.I.C.K. program
The B.R.I.C.K. program was founded in 1996 by Mr. Tim Roberts at Martin Luther King Middle School in Cleveland, Ohio. There is no charge to participants of the B.R.I.C.K. program. The B.R.I.C.K. program provides community services through a variety of activities, projects, and events. The young men meet weekly to discuss important school issues, update projects they are working on, and contribute ideas and thoughts on new and productive ways to get involved within the community. At times, there are speakers who come to the school to address the young men on a variety of issues. B.R.I.C.K. youth are required to volunteer during the year at day care centers reading to small children, senior citizen centers and other nonprofit community agencies. They are expected to improve their grades during their involvement in the program, and they are given t-shirts to identify them as school leaders and mentors.