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Celebrating Black History Month: Vincent Derek Smith ’02
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Before there was the African American Cultural Alliance of Lancaster, there were the Elks parades. There were drill teams marching through neighborhoods. There were institutions like Crispus Attucks Community Center and the Urban League anchoring culture in the city.
Vincent Derek Smith remembers those days.
“We’re not recreating anything,” he says. “We’re bringing it back.”
For Vincent, President and Founder of the African American Cultural Alliance of Lancaster and a 2002 graduate of McCaskey High School and McCaskey Alumni Association Distinguished Alum, the work hasn’t been about creating something new. It’s been about revival.
During Black History Month, the School District of Lancaster honors leaders who carry forward the legacy of those who came before them. Vincent Derek represents that continuation. His journey from McCaskey student to cultural steward reflects the power of mentorship and sustained commitment.
Thank you for all that you do Vincent "Derek"! Read his full story on our website, link in comments.
Before there was the African American Cultural Alliance of Lancaster, there were the Elks parades. There were drill teams marching through neighborhoods. There were institutions like Crispus Attucks Community Center and the Urban League anchoring culture in the city.
Vincent Derek Smith remembers those days.
“We’re not recreating anything,” he says. “We’re bringing it back.”
For Vincent, President and Founder of the @aacalancaster and a 2002 graduate of @mccaskeyhighschool and McCaskey Alumni Association Distinguished Alum, the work hasn’t been about creating something new. It’s been about revival.
During Black History Month, the School District of Lancaster honors leaders who carry forward the legacy of those who came before them. Vincent Derek represents that continuation. His journey from McCaskey student to cultural steward reflects the power of mentorship and sustained commitment.
Thank you for all that you do Vincent “Derek”! Read his full story on our website.
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