Black Men With A Purpose, Inc. seeks to recognize outstanding educational and community leadership in Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools.  Mr. Harold Clawson exemplified such dedication, leadership and service for over 30 years as a teacher, coach, and administrator.  Mr. Harold Clawson was a native of Charlotte, NC,  graduating from West Charlotte High School.  A 1951 graduate of Winston Salem State University [formerly known as Winston Salem Teacher College], Mr. Clawson dedicated his adult life to the development and advancement of the youth in his community. He served as a teacher, coach, assistant principal and principal. His journey as an educator started at York Road High School (teacher-coach/assistant principal) in the 60’s where his outstanding track teams captured the school’s first state championship. During the early 70’s, which was a transitional period in Charlotte, Mr. Clawson was instrumental in helping the School System put plans in place to achieve intergration.  He served as Assistant Principal at Independence High School from 1970-73.  His banner work as an educator was accomplished at Steele Creek Elementary School where he served as Principal for over 30 years.  He authored a book on Test Taking skills for children and served as a Consultant for the North Carolina Desegregation Center in the area of Human Relations and also the Massachusetts’ Consultant Firm in the area of Curriculum Development“Cocoa” was an ambassador and unpaid athletic recruiter for his beloved Alma Mater for over 50 years.    He was awarded the WSSU Outstanding Service Award in 1971 for his recruitment of 32 student athletes from the Charlotte area in 1970-71.  He was also inducted into the WSSU Hall of Fame as an All-American Track athlete.  His legacy will live on for helping countless numbers of young men and women to be accepted and attend colleges throughout the country.  Black Men With a Purpose, Inc. also continues to honor this legacy by awarding the Harold “Cocoa" Clawson Scholarship annually to a deserving high school graduate continuing their post-secondary education.