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IL HR0935
Resolution
Status
11/19/2024
Primary Sponsor
William Davis
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AI Summary
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Illinois House of Representatives mourns the death of Dr. Makita Khem Kheperu, who passed away on October 23, 2024
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Dr. Kheperu was born September 8, 1969 in Harvey and had a decades-long career in Black education as a teacher, principal, curriculum director, and superintendent at the Betty Shabazz Charter School
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Dr. Kheperu earned a master's degree from DePaul University and a doctorate in Urban Education and Leadership from the University of Illinois Chicago
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Dr. Kheperu was known for her warmth, dedication to Black youth development, and personal care for students through activities including schoolwide sleepovers, international field trips, and survival camp outings
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She is survived by four children, her mother Annette Shabazz, her brother Lance Williams, and numerous family, friends, students, and community members
Legislative Description
MEMORIAL-DR. MAKITA KHEPERU
Last Action
Resolution Adopted
11/19/2024