This school was founded on the thought of success that all students in the urban Nashville Area can conquer more than the art boundaries set by society. This school is founded on the premise that Art can take you far and beyond your wildest expectations as Xernona Clayton did which is why the school was named after this legendary women.
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I believe that education is all about being excited about something. Seeing passion and enthusiasm helps push an educational message.
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Who is she? |
Making history & Becoming a legend |
Ms. Xernona Clayton earned her Bachelor's of Arts degree from Tennessee State Agricultural and Industrial College, now Tennessee State University. She later on became a Broadcast executive, foundation chief executive, nonprofit executive, television host, and television producer. Dedicated to promoting racial understanding, Xernona Clayton has been a leader in civic projects and civil rights activities for several years. In 1966, she coordinated the activities of Atlanta’s Black doctors in a project called Doctors’ Committee for Implementation, which resulted in the desegregation of all hospital facilities in Atlanta. This project served as a model and a pilot for other states throughout the country and received national honor from the National Medical Association for its impact.
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Xernona Clayton is the Founder, President and CEO of the Trumpet Awards Foundation, Inc. and Creator and Executive Producer of the Foundation’s Trumpet Awards. The Trumpet Awards is a prestigious event highlighting African American accomplishments and contributions. Initiated in 1993 by Turner Broadcasting, the Trumpet Awards has been televised annually and distributed internationally to over 185 countries around the world. Xernona’s was appointed as the first Black female corporate executive.
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