Posts Tagged ‘Education’
The Truth of Black History Will Set You Free
The real story of Black people in the U.S., is silenced in schools by law in some states, but is being told in churches and houses of worship.
Read MoreMayor of Birmingham advises Black athletes to avoid Alabama colleges if anti-DEI bill passes
The mayor of Birmingham made a controversial statement about whether Alabama is a good place for Black athletes to pursue college.
Read MoreHelp Wanted: Schools Struggling to Keep Black Teachers
Data shows that Black students perform significantly better in school when taught by Black teachers. However, finding and keeping Black teachers on the payroll is easier said than done in today’s education climate.
Read MoreCalifornia’s Push for Ethnic Studies Runs Into the Israel-Hamas War
California is mandating ethnic studies for students in order to help non-white students learn about other cultures. However, teachers and administrators are still navigating how to discuss sensitive current event topics.
Read MoreAfter a spate of education bans, Florida churches are taking Black history into their own hands
Churches in Florida are offering Black history lessons for their communities to counter the state’s efforts to restrict race-conscious lessons in schools.
Read MoreSupreme Court declines to immediately block West Point from considering race in admissions process
For now, Westpoint military academy will continue to consider race in its admissions process despite conservative protests.
Read MoreWhat you need to know about the origins of Black History Month
Read this article to delve into the origins of Black History Month, which is one of the first organized history celebrations in the United States.
Read MoreFor Harvard’s First Black President, Race Became the Unavoidable Issue
Claudine Gay states that harmful racial stereotypes about African Americans were wielded at her, which contributed to her decision to step down as Harvard University’s first Black president.
Read MoreHarvard professor says Claudine Gay was “brought down by a mob”
Harvard’s first Black and second woman president, Claudine Gay, has stepped down after scrutiny concerning plagiarism and her response to antisemitism on campus.
Read More5 Mental Health Programs Making a Difference for Black Youth
While Black youth across the U.S. are facing a mental health crisis, there are five organizations here to help end it.
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