There are 11 schools in the USA with the word angelou in the name.
The word "Angelou" is commonly found in U.S. public school names in honor of Maya Angelou, an influential American poet, memoirist, and civil rights activist. Her literary works and public life inspired millions, especially in terms of social justice, education, and the empowerment of marginalized communities. By naming schools after Angelou, educational institutions aim to celebrate her contributions to the arts and her legacy of advocating for equality and the transformative power of learning. Her name on a school serves as a symbol of resilience, creativity, and the pursuit of knowledge, values that align with the educational mission of public schools across the country.
California (2)
Dr. Maya Angelou Community High School in Los Angeles, CASeneca Family of Agencies Maya Angelou Academy in Oakland, CA
District of Columbia (2)
Maya Angelou Academy at Youth Services Center in Washington, DCMaya Angelou Pcs - High School in Washington, DC
Florida (1)
Maya Angelou Elementary School in Miami, FLIllinois (1)
Maya Angelou Elementary School in Harvey, ILMaryland (2)
Maya Angelou Academy at New Beginnings Formerly Oak Hill in Laurel, MDMaya Angelou French Immersion in Temple Hills, MD
New Jersey (1)
Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School in Jersey City, NJTexas (1)
Maya Angelou High School in Dallas, TXWashington (1)
Maya Angelou Elementary School in Pasco, WA
Information is generated using publicly accessible school-supplied data and may be inaccurate