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Camp Dyer

Neighborhood residents discover Black History at their doorsteps – so why no remembrance? p2

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A BRAIN JOURNEY

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Dr. Cargill Alleyne, Jr. poses for a photo in front of University Neuroscience Augusta Back. Alleyne, is a practicing neurosurgeon at the facility and an author of three children’s books on the human body. Photo by Vincent Hobbs

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In The Turpin Hill Neighborhood

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Camp Dyer provided training for “The Immunes”: Black regiments that fought in Spanish-American War AUGUSTA In 1898, the citizens of Augusta, Georgia learned that the federal government had picked Augusta, Georgia as an ideal training site for thousands of black troops on their way to the battlefields of Cuba during the Spanish-American War. The troops, dubbed the Immunes, due to the miskaken notion that African Americans would not fall prey to the tropical diseases that had caused so many casulties among white soldiers, began arriving in Augusta during the summer of 1898.

The site chosen for the encampment was located in the Turpin Hill area just south of what is now Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. near the intersection of Turpin Street and Grand Blvd.

Because the armed services were segregated, the white troops trained at Camp MacKenzie in the western part of the city. All of the officers in the black regiments were also white.

Most residents in the Turpin Hill neighborhood were surprised to hear about the Camp’s prior existence in their midst. Mira Hobbs, president of the Turpin Hill neighborhood Association was among them.

“When I first learned about the existence of Camp Dyer, I was amazed that I had never heard about it before because I am a bit of a history buff. This is an important, but (up until now) neglected

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An empty field at the intersection of Grand Blvd and Turpin Street in Augusta was the former headquarters for Camp Dyer, an Army training camp for Black soldiers during the Spanish-American War in 1898.

The soldiers formed the 10th Army Regiment. The field was also the site of the now-demolished AC Griggs School. (February 15, 2022 - Augusta, GA) Photo by Vincent Hobbs part of our local history that Black soldiers were trained here during the Spanish-American War. I hope that we can use this knowledge to get a permanent historical marker in the Turpin Hill neighborhood so that

we all can celebrate the contribution these men made when our nation was at war,” she told UPW. The site of Camp Dyer had been occupied for years by the now-demolished A.C. Griggs School on Grand

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The property currently is owned by Outlook LLC, a local entity. ­— Vincent Hobbs, Lillian Wan, and Corey Rogers contributed to this story

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In the Balance: Teacher Workload and Work Ethic In my work as a school leader, I’m encountering an interesting phenomenon happening in public schools. It is not solely occurring in my school, but in the schools of my colleagues who also lead schools in and around some of America’s largest cities. We are witnessing a shift in the work ethic of some members of the profession. Perhaps it can be attributed to the increased workload, pandemic fatigue, or higher levels of accountability in the profession. The outcome of this trend won’t bode well for the children we serve.

As we acknowledge and embrace mental wellness and work-life balance, I am encountering a common theme nationally—teachers who attempt to weaponize that call to action in ways that impede the effort required to do what’s truly best for children in our most underserved communities. In those schools where our children need more, we must not succumb to a tendency to give them the bare minimum. Schools are filled with examples of teachers who push beyond the stress of the role and commit to the challenge of teaching at high levels, supporting school-wide initiatives, serving as mentors, and leading parent meetings just because it’s what’s best for their scholars. I assert that teachers are not the problem, but rather, the solution to it.

Schools are experiencing challenges caused by high numbers of teacher absences. This phenomenon is further complicated by the shortage of substitute teachers. According to Time Magazine, 75% of principals report having trouble finding substitutes to cover classrooms. Our best ambassadors for recruiting a highly skilled teacher workforce in the coming years are our current teachers. Keeping them physically, emotionally, and mentally well should be top priorities for our profession. A 2013 Gallup poll found that the amount of stress felt by teachers was only matched by that of one other profession that was literally applauded during the pandemic: nurses.

On a frigid Tuesday afternoon, I was out in front of a school assisting with dismissal. The parent of one of the students drives up and her daughter gets out of the car.

The mother rolls down the window and in her beautiful Nigerian accent, says, “I forgot that tutoring is today.

She is going back in.” The child had made it home, but the mother, having high esteem for the value of education, brought her back to the school to participate in our extended learning day, a time devoted to extra instruction in Mathematics. A few minutes go by, and I venture down to the classrooms to see how tutoring is going. When I entered the room where this young lady was to be participating in tutoring, the lights are off and all of the students’ heads were down on the desk. As I stepped inside the classroom, the teacher rushed over and professed, “It’s been a long day, we are tired.” There, just a few feet away, is the Nigerian student whose mother just brought her back to school to participate in our tutoring program. It’s a moment that rings in my mind as where we must not overpromise and underdeliver as educators. After meeting with the teacher about this concern, she called out sick for

several days, leaving no lesson plans for her scholars.

We do a disservice to our community when we resort to practices that only benefit the adults in the room and devalue the children we serve.

The tension I felt as a teacher of balancing my workload as a teacher at Monte Sano Elementary with my responsibilities as a husband and a father are not unique. A study by Education Support found that 74% of teachers struggle with maintaining boundaries between work and home life.

I may be guilty of projecting my own work ethic upon the current generation(s) of teachers in our classrooms. I find it important to carve out hours beyond my school day to work on my craft.

Educators have to digest the voluminous amount of new information being generated about the teaching profession and determine how to distill that information into meaningful nuggets that inspire, challenge, and transform schools.

We have the early career teachers who bring the tech-savvy energy and the hopeful spirit that often connects with students in a different way. I find them to be much less overwhelmed by the shifts underway in education because they aren’t carrying the baggage of old practices into the present moment. Experienced teachers have been the cornerstone of the shift that has occurred in public education in recent years. They have pivoted as new assessments have been rolled out and rallied for the safety of schools. They know what they deserve, and they know their value in this economy.

Teachers carve out time away from their family responsibilities to give back. It is the reason I believe we must look more closely at how we compensate our teachers. To whom much is given, much is expected. Have we given our teachers all that they deserve in the way of a fair wage, given all that we expect of them? The NEA reports that the average salary for teachers is $65,090. The level of education teachers must attain to effectively do their job, time beyond the workday, and commitments that support the whole child such as mentoring, and club sponsorship suggest that our nation must revisit how we compensate these essential workers.

Urban communities need educators who understand the implications of voter suppression and acknowledge how gentrification uproots families. It will take an army of committed individuals who are able to balance the idea of work-life-balance with the true connection to a calling that requires deep commitment and love of service.

My hope is not that district and school-based administrators will read this and ‘wax poetic’ about an administrator who gets it, but rather gain greater insight on the weight thrust upon our profession and how we must all stand together at this critical moment for our children. They need our expertise, our gifts, our talent, and our time.

Andre Benito Mountain is an elementary principal in the metro-Atlanta area and founder of Def-Education Consulting. He is also the publisher of DEF-ED Magazine.

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By André Benito Mountain

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Umoja Village Calendar “Voices and Votes: Democracy in America” is a traveling exhibit of the Smithsonian Institution to be on display at the Aiken County Historical Museum from July 23-Sept. 3rd. A program committee has worked with partners to assemble 15 different events free across the community. The exhibit and programs reveal the history of voting rights in America. This Saturday’s event (Feb. 26) is a showing of the movie “Selma” from 2-4 p.m. at the Second Baptist Church in Aiken.

To register, see the Community Calendar on www.umojavillage.com This will be an educational family event.

2. The Big 7 Association 28th Annual Scholarship Banquet is this Saturday, Feb. 26th, 7 p.m. virtually. Please donate $5 or more to view the banquet and awards ceremony. Become a scholarship partner and help several area students with college expenses. Over the years, this African-American men’s organization has donated hundreds of thousands of dollars thanks to the help of people like you. To register, go to www.big7association.org After making at least a $5 donation, you will be given the link to watch the ceremony. The awesome Matthew O’Stricker, a Duke University sophomore and incredible leader, serves as the guest speaker to inspire youth and adults.

3. Youth and adults are encouraged to register for this Saturday’s Scholarship 101 Workshop presented by Education Matters Nonprofit Corporation. The cost is $10; however, due to sponsorships, students will be covered. The Zoom workshop will be held from 10:30AM-noon.

Learn how to find and apply for scholarships. Plus, scholarship sources will be provided. Register on www.edmatt.com There is still time.

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Volunteers needed for City’s homeless count Shower liners, Small tarps, Gloves, Hats.

To sign up to volunteer, call the City of Augusta’s Housing & Communit y Development Department at 706-821-1797. For those interested in making a donation, items must be dropped off by 5pm on Feb. 23 at 510 Fenwick Street in Augusta.

Other point-in-time count events where volunteers are needed include the following: • Feb. 24: 8:30 am – 11am, GAP Ministries • Feb. 25: 9:30 am -1pm, Masters Table Soup Kitchen • Feb. 26: 11:30 am -1pm, Under the Bridge Ministries For more information on volunteer opportunities, call the City of Augusta’s Housing & Community Development Department at 706821-1797 or email lbarrs@csraeoa. com. Media interested in covering this topic should contact Danielle Harris at dharris@augustaga.gov or call 706-564-3460.

AARP Presents Leela James In Concert Celebrate Black History Month and learn more about the powerful connection between music and health during a virtual performance featuring R&B and soul singer-songwriter Leela James. Join us for a FREE virtual concert on February 28 at 8:00 p.m. ET | 7:00 p.m. CT | 6:00 p.m. MT | 5:00 p.m. PT - A ARP membership NOT required.

Studies show that all kinds of music have benefits. Music can affect health by reducing stress, boosting mood, and inspiring movement.

Leela James is a neo-soul and retro-soul R&B singer and songwriter. She has written eight studio albums, has two number-one songs on the Billboard R&B Airplay chart, and has nominations for the 2008 NA ACP Image and Soul Train Music Awards for Best R&B/Soul or Rap New Artist and Outstanding New Artist.

This event is FREE, but an RSVP is REQUIRED. Log in to your A ARP.org account or register for A ARP.org to RSVP today!

Visit A ARPConcerts.org to sign up!

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AUGUSTA As the City of Augusta takes steps to address homelessness, the City’s Housing & Community Development Department will conduct a Point-In-Time Count to get an estimate of how many people across the Augusta area are experiencing homelessness.

The overnight in-person count will be conducted from 9 pm to 3 am on Wednesday, Feb.23, and community members are invited to volunteer with either assisting with the survey, making care packages, or donating items. Below is a list of items needed for the care packages: Band-aids, Chapstick, Deodorant, Travel-size antibiotic, Floss, Toothbrushes, Toothpaste, Small bottles of insect repellent, Personal packs of tissue, Individual packets of wipes, Travel-size sunblock, Travel-size lotion, Washcloths, Hand sanitizer, Face masks, Small blankets, Rain ponchos, Survival blankets, Socks, T-shirts, Pop-top cans of food,

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A Journey for the Brain – Q&A with neurosurgeon Cargill Alleyne, Jr.

BY VINCENT HOBBS

ble loss of a loved one to such violence, or simply being a Black person facing perennial reminders that we are not welcome in some parts of a society that has given us a conditionally approved position at best and a permanent second class citizen rank at worst. This intangible mental anxiety and stress invariably exacerbates underlying pathology. As a result, there is a demonstrable increase in preventable conditions, such as ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke, and a negative effect on the management, treatment, and outcome of other neurosurgical disorders.”

Dr. Cargill Alleyne, Jr. is noted as one of America’s Top Doctors by Castle Connolly (an independent medical rating organization) and currently practices at University Neuroscience Augusta Back. Dr. Alleyne is an accomplished neurosurgeon and has been providing care to patients for over 30 years. Born in Guyana, South America, Alleyne immigrated to the United States in 1983. His education includes George Washington University, Yale School of Medicine and Emory University.

UPW: How old were you when you realized that you wanted to be a doctor? Did something in particular spark your interest?

ALLEYNE: I was about 19 and in college. I was a double major in Math and Chemistry and planning to do graduate chemistry after college. I had an epiphany one day while in the lab when a small group of us were working late trying to make an experiment work. I realized that I didn’t want to spend the rest of my career tinkering with test tubes. I has always enjoyed biology and also relished the human interaction that medicine could provide, so I decided to apply to medical school.

UPW: What are some of the challenges that you faced on your path to becoming a neurosurgeon?

ALLEYNE: A very early challenge occurred when I decided to do medicine. My advisor in college told be that as a foreign student (I had an F-1 visa at the time), I had less than 1% chance of making it to medical school and that perhaps I should think about other options. He was well-meaning and had quoted accurate statistics but if I listened to him, I would have never become a doctor, let alone a neurosurgeon.

UPW: According to a 2018 report from the Association of Medical

Colleges (AAMC), less than 4% of all US neurosurgeons are Black. Did the lack of diversity in this medical specialty factor into your choice of profession?

ALLEYNE: It didn’t factor directly into my choice. I developed a passion for the neurosciences and loved anatomy and Neurosurgery was the perfect combination of Neurology and Surgery. At Yale, where I completed medical school, we had to choose 3 of 9 surgical subspecialty areas in our 3rd year. Neurosurgery was one of my 3 choices and it won hands down although I did consider ENT and Plastic surgery as well.

Concerning the lack of diversity in Neurosurgery, it is a problem that is now in the forefront. It’s a microcosm of a larger problem in that there were fewer black men in medical school in 2014 than in 1978; 542 in 1978 and 515 in 2014. Reasons often cited include unequal K–12 opportunities, the absence of mentors, negative public perceptions of black men, and lack of financial resources.

UPW: Let’s get very serious for a moment. In 2020, Physicians for Criminal Justice Reform posted an Op-Ed statement from Black neurosurgeons concerning the physical toll that anxiety and stress can place on the human body, particularly in regards to Black patients.

A portion of the Op-Ed stated -

Dr. Cargill Alleyne, Jr., aside from being an accomplished physician, he is the author of three children’s books explaining the human body.

Photo by Vincent Hobbs

ALLEYNE: It is a fact that as a group, Black patients are faced with a different subset of challenges that can compound to increase our chronic stress levels which in turn can lead to a worsening of underlying health issues.

One way to mitigate against this is to be extra vigilant when it comes to personal health. There are several factors we cannot control including genetics and outside perception and but we can strive to be good stewards of our own health including controlling diet, exercising regularly, visiting our physicians regularly, taking prescribed medications (including vaccines) for any underlying disorders to level the playing field.

UPW: What are some effective ways that we can maintain good brain health?

ALLEYNE: Get enough sleep, maintain satisfying social contacts (family and friends), and exercise the body and the mind regularly.

UPW: Tell us a fact about the human brain that most people don’t know.

ALLEYNE: Brain signals travel up to 268 miles an hour in neurons.

“Moreover, there are intangible neuroUPW: You’ve written and published psychological effects stemming from three children’s books on the human fearing for one’s life on a daily basis, Continued on next page mourning the sudden and inexplica-

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body – “Ned’s Head”, “Bart’s Heart” and “Joan’s Bones” (available on Amazon). Tell us what inspired you to write these books.

ALLEYNE: When my children were much younger, they began asking me question about my job on a drive to Disneyworld. After boring them to sleep I began thinking of a more engaging way to teach children about the human body. I loved limericks as a child so I began making up rhymes about the human brain and Ned’s Head was born when I collaborated with a terrific medical illustrator who used to illustrate for the Curious George book series. We purposely made the characters in each book of diverse ethnicities to target minority populations. We’ll eventually have a set of at least six in the series.

UPW: How do you recharge in your downtime?

ALLEYNE: I work out, watch movies, and spend time with family, including travel.

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Laney-Walker Blvd. is a major Black History corridor

Northern side of Laney-Walker Boulevard: 1. Dr. George N. Stoney

20. Mr. Frank Yerby

2. Ms. Lucy Craft Laney

21. Judge John H. Ruffin

3. Reverend William Jefferson White

22. Reverend N.T. Young

4. Dr. John Hope 5. Attorney Judson Lyons 6. Reverend Samuel Wallace 7. Reverend C.T. Walker 8. Reverend C.S. Hamilton 9. Mr. William Carpenter 10. Dr. James Carter, III 11. Dr. James Carter, Jr. 12. Dr. T.W. Josey

Southern side of Laney-Walker Boulevard: 13. Attorney James Nabrit 14. Mayor Edward M. McIntyre 15. Reverend Essie M. McIntyre 16. Coach John M. Tutt 17. Reverend Jesse Peters Gaulphin 18. Ms. Butterfly McQueen 19. Mr. Sidney “Beau Jack” Walker

Monuments on Laney-Walker Boulevard as of February 5, 2022. List compiled during a Walking Tour by Corey Rogers, historian on the staff of the Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History

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Already sitting tall with such historical structures as the Penny Savings Bank, The Pilgrim Health and Life Insurance Building, the Rev. C.T. Walker Home, Tabernacle Baptist Church, the Wallace Branch Library and the Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History, Laney-Walker Boulevard boasts a rich historical legacy with more monuments to local African-Americans than anywhere else in the city.

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BEYOND MONEY

Time Banking can pay real dividends WHAT IS TIME BANKING? Don’t turn the page just yet. When I mention time banking, most people’s eyes glaze over. I think it’s because the two simple words don’t make sense together. What does time have to do with a bank?

A bank is where I put my hardearned cash. I get my paycheck, put my money in the bank, and when I need it, I make a withdrawal. Cash is the only form of capital that most people use and understand.

Time is another form of capital.

That doesn’t make sense, time can’t buy me a gourmet meal.

Or can it? Maybe it can buy me much more. An example will help explain how time can be a much more valuable form of currency, and yes, also buy a gourmet meal without spending a dime from your paycheck.

Here’s how it could work. A colleague (we’ll call him “Kigg”) has a friend who needed bamboo cut down from his backyard.

His friend Brandi, a homeschool teacher with many other talents as well, was doing a lesson on agriculture the day that Kigg was cutting bamboo. So, Brandi brought her students out to learn all about bamboo. They learned that bamboo is a sustainable material that has been used for centuries and in addition, the leaves have even been used for their medicinal properties.

To understand why the words

time and bank are put together, think of it this way. Imagine Kigg’s friend had a “time dollar” in his time bank.

He withdrew that time dollar to pay Kigg to cut down his bamboo. Now Kigg has an extra time dollar in his time bank account. Brandi also paid Kigg a time dollar for the lesson on bamboo. He can save these time dollars or spend them on anyone else’s talents in the time bank.

We all have time and talents, even when we think we don’t. I met a doctor who didn’t believe that she had talents. Removing a splinter is a talent, cooking dinner is a talent, reading to

a child is a talent, taking someone to the airport is a talent. In time banking, everyone’s time dollar is equal.

You do what you enjoy doing for a time dollar, no one forces you to do something you don’t want to do. Then you receive what you want with the time dollars in your account.

Brandi has many talents other than being a homeschool teacher, including being a farmer. She sometimes has extra duck eggs. One day I wanted duck eggs for a special recipe. She happened to have extra. I can pay her a time dollar for duck eggs. Now she has another time dollar in her

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account. I am fortunate because duck eggs are expensive in the cash system.

If I made a gourmet meal with these duck eggs, I can get paid in time dollars for the meal. Time banking is a currency that is similar to cash, without depleting your paycheck. You can buy a gourmet meal with time dollars!

Debbi Wolfarth is Coordinator of the Augusta Service Exchange, the time bank here in Augusta. You can find her on a podcast for the St Pete Time Bank. She is also the Founder of EAT Local CSRA, which advocates for locally sourced food.

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