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5 Innovative Programs Improving the Lives of Black Kids
These five organizations work with teachers, students, and other educational professionals to build racial equity in American education. The post 5 Innovative Programs Improving the Lives of Black...
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Malcolm X and the Black Panthers Empowered Teachers. We Can Too
Sharif El-Mekki of the Center for Black Educator Development says we must fight for our students and teachers just like leaders from the past. The post Malcolm X and the Black Panthers Empowered...
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Are Income Share Agreements the New Student Loans?
After the Supreme Court handed down two devastating losses on affirmative action and the sweeping plan to cancel student loan debt, Black people are seeking alternative methods to pay for higher...
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Many Gen Z Members Regret Investing in Education
A recent study shows a staggering 25% of Gen Z regret investing in higher education. The post Many Gen Z Members Regret Investing in Education appeared first on Word In Black.
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LA County Invests Big in Virtual Mental Health Therapy for K-12 Students
California is spending almost $5 billion to address a growing youth mental health crisis. In Los Angeles County, a contract with teletherapy provider Hazel Health is funding free therapy sessions for...
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5 Mental Health Programs Making a Difference for Black Youth
Record numbers of adults are experiencing depression — more than 1 in 6 according to Gallup — and the kids aren’t alright either. Teachers, coaches, parents, and guardians are seeing more and more...
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7 Black Poets Every Student Should Read
Black students need exposure to culturally reflective verses to spark their imaginations and creative expression. The post 7 Black Poets Every Student Should Read appeared first on Word In Black.
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4 NBA Stars Making Sure Black Kids Get an Excellent Education
When it’s gametime, our favorite NBA stars tear up the court in pursuit of a win. We see them showing out at the All-Star Game and dunking on competitors like it’s nobody’s business. But these...
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Teacher Burnout and What Organizations Are Doing to Address it
Houston-based FuelEd received a $1 million grant from CZI to implement its initiatives to support teachers in the area. The post Teacher Burnout and What Organizations Are Doing to Address it appeared...
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Fighting Educational Injustice, One Nap at a Time
Harvard educator and activist Shawn Ginwright believes that rest — sacrificed at the altars of capitalism and white supremacy — is a revolutionary act. The post Fighting Educational Injustice, One Nap...
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Learning Loss and the Lessons Americans Refuse to Learn
The "learning loss" narrative just puts students, parents, and communities on a hamster wheel with no off-ramp. The post Learning Loss and the Lessons Americans Refuse to Learn appeared first on Word...
View Article400 Forward is Turning Dreams of Architecture Into Reality for Black Girls
When you stroll the streets of New York City and see skyscrapers higher than the human eye can look, who do you think designed them? As you scope out the beautiful architecture of Chicago, who do you...
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I Used to Work in the Education System. Now I Report on it
After transitioning from working in the public school system to reporting on K-12 issues, here’s what I’ve learned. The post I Used to Work in the Education System. Now I Report on it appeared first...
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‘Origin’ and Teaching My Son Before the World Does
Ava DuVernay's new film reminds us not to wait for schools to teach the truth about chattel slavery or the genocide of Indigenous peoples. The post ‘Origin’ and Teaching My Son Before the World Does...
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3 Programs That Support Youth With Incarcerated Parents
The holiday season can be a time of healing and hope as family members come together in celebration. It can also be a time of grief and loss as you mourn a loved one who isn’t there in the flesh to...
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Here’s What Students Say They Need for the New Year
Five students attending school in Brooklyn have a different take on what they’re looking for for the new year. The post Here’s What Students Say They Need for the New Year appeared first on Word In...
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On Nikki Haley, Slavery, and Teacher Professionalism
Haley's statement about the cause of the Civil War isn't unusual. Textbooks and curricula have been lying about slavery for decades. The post On Nikki Haley, Slavery, and Teacher Professionalism...
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Rediscovering a Black Pioneer’s Overlooked Legacy
James P. Beckwourth is largely erased from history lessons, but students should learn about the “Black King of the Wild Frontier.” The post Rediscovering a Black Pioneer’s Overlooked Legacy appeared...
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Best Black Books of 2023
In 2023, Black authors broadened our community’s contributions to the global culture and made Black culture an unstoppable creative force. The post Best Black Books of 2023 appeared first on Word In...
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Want to Improve Schools? Start With These 3 Things
Public education has plenty of challenges, but if we fix these things in 2024, students will be better off. The post Want to Improve Schools? Start With These 3 Things appeared first on Word In Black.
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