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Priscilla Green Parker-Hill

She was born in Attalla, AL.
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Priscilla Parker was born Priscilla Yvonne Green to Richard and Eloise, in Attalla, Alabama in 1942, in her grandmother's wrought iron bed. She came to Buffalo during one of the Black Migration of colored people in 1944. She attended School 31 and East High School. Priscilla lived in Willert Park Courts on Jefferson for many years. After a short marriage and two children, Priscilla worked as a Nurse's Aide and a Psychiatric Attendant for ten years. Her daughters, Regina and Charisse, gave her three delightful grandchildren; Gibran, Ashley and Julian. The grandchildren call her LaLa.

At the age of 30, Priscilla continued her education by attending Buffalo State College to pursue a career in Education. After receiving her Bachelor of Science Degree in 1973, she taught 7th and 8th grade Special Education classes. She earned a Master of Science Degree in 1984. Needing a challenge, Priscilla became one of two Resource Teachers at Grover Cleveland High School. In 2000 Priscilla retired from Teaching and became a poet and writer.

She began writing poetry and short stories immediately. She has a published book of poetry called "Back in the Day" and is preparing to publish a book of short stories. One of her favorite poems is "Mary Talbert, Mary Talbert, Who Are You?". This is a tribute to Mary B. Talbert an early 20th century civil rights activist. Most of Priscilla's writing is about her life "back in the day," black history and her family. She also enjoys performing the "Spoken Word" in a variety of venues in the city.

Priscilla is also involved in numerous other activities. For example, she is a member of New Covenant United Church of Christ and has served diligently over the years as the President of the congregation, Trustee, Deacon, member of the Sunday School and the Faith Book Club.

Her hobbies include photography and painting and she has taken classes at the Locust Street Art Classes, Inc. which provided a way for her to express her creativity. She is also active with El Museo Museum where she conducts art projects associated with Grover Cleveland High School. Priscilla is also a "club woman." She is a member of the Mary B. Talbert Civic and Cultural Club and Buffalo Region of Federated Women and is recording secretary of both. She is also a member of the empire State Federation of Women's Clubs, Inc. These clubs contributed to the financial costs of college bound students and provided awards for the most improved eighty grade students.

Priscilla is a member of the William-Emslie YMCA, and has volunteered her services in fund raising and attends Aerobics and Swimming classes. She also loved to travel and has traveled to London, Paris, Amsterdam, the Caribbean and has taken many cruises.

Nine women called the "Divas" help Priscilla to be well rounded through a sister's relationship. The group participates in monthly dinners and vacations together.

Priscilla Y. Parker, who became Priscilla Parker-Hill on August 20, 2005, is still writing and substitute teaching at Grover Cleveland High School.