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Afrocentrism and Afrofuturism: Black Students Need Both
Journalist and teacher Sam P.K. Collins says adults and students need to see Black people in new and innovative worlds. The post Afrocentrism and Afrofuturism: Black Students Need Both appeared first...
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Why Learning a Foreign Language Is Essential
"Exploring and learning different cultures does not teach our students tolerance. It teaches them acceptance, and that is more important." The post Why Learning a Foreign Language Is Essential...
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Black Students in the Crosshairs
FBI data finds school hate crimes are on the rise in US and Black youths are most likely victims. The post Black Students in the Crosshairs appeared first on Word In Black.
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Teaching Honest History – Kids Can Handle the Truth
Teachers are leading the push back against anti-Black censorship and book bans because students deserve more than whitewashed history. The post Teaching Honest History – Kids Can Handle the Truth...
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Where’s the Money for Black Student Mental Health?
With rising suicide and homicide rates among Black children, and increased targeting in school hate crimes, experts call for more resources. The post Where’s the Money for Black Student Mental Health?...
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5 HBCUs Leading the Charge in Creating Black Excellence
They've shaped generations of Black professionals. Now HBCUs are working to educate students K-12, particularly in STEM fields. The post 5 HBCUs Leading the Charge in Creating Black Excellence...
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Revenge of the Nerds: It’s Past Time for Nerd Persecution to End
Back in the day, Neil deGrasse Tyson, President Barack Obama, forever First Lady Michelle Obama, and Chance the Rapper were all considered nerds. The post Revenge of the Nerds: It’s Past Time for Nerd...
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What School Choice Means for Black Students in 2024
With school districts and states busy banning books, restricting the teaching of Black history, and punishing Black children for what the hair growing out of their heads looks like, parents and...
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Culturally Blind Standardized Tests? More Like Culturally Biased
Exams continue to shortchange Black and Latino students by ignoring their lived experiences, further widening the educational achievement gap. The post Culturally Blind Standardized Tests? More Like...
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Museums Help Teach Black Students Too
The new director of the Brooklyn Children's Museum tells how his institution boosts student achievement and eliminates cultural gaps. The post Museums Help Teach Black Students Too appeared first on...
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Black Students Make Strides, But Achievement Gaps Loom Large
There’s been plenty of hand-wringing over pandemic-related learning loss — and rightfully so. With pre-COVID-19 standardized test scores showing the persistence of the achievement gap, the last thing...
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AI in Schools: Revolution or Risk for Black Students?
1 in 4 educators plans to increase the use of AI in the classroom, but experts warn it could worsen long-standing race and equity issues. The post AI in Schools: Revolution or Risk for Black Students?...
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Despite Pushback, Black Lives Matter at School Keeps Growing
During a week of action, even more supporters demanded a better school experience for Black students. The post Despite Pushback, Black Lives Matter at School Keeps Growing appeared first on Word In...
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Reading Books by Black Authors to Kids? Only if Parents Say OK
A Florida school sent home a permission slip stating "Students will participate & listen to a book written by an African American." The post Reading Books by Black Authors to Kids? Only if Parents...
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Is Your Student Struggling in School? How Arts Education Can Help
Arts education’s impact reaches beyond academics, shaping well-rounded, confident individuals. The post Is Your Student Struggling in School? How Arts Education Can Help appeared first on Word In Black.
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The Chicago Teachers Union Is Pushing to Green its Public Schools
Teachers and students in Chicago's public schools are working to bring the Green New Deal to school buildings and classrooms. The post The Chicago Teachers Union Is Pushing to Green its Public Schools...
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5 Organizations Empowering Black Girls as Leaders
From business to STEM, these programs are training Black girls to not just enter professions, but to lead them. The post 5 Organizations Empowering Black Girls as Leaders appeared first on Word In...
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Help Wanted: Schools Struggling to Keep Black Teachers
Innovative recruiting strategies like Teacher Villages aren’t keeping pace with the number of Black teachers leaving the classroom. The post Help Wanted: Schools Struggling to Keep Black Teachers...
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College Admission and Financial Aid Decisions Delayed Amid Rollout Issue
The Biden administration is actively pursuing student loan relief, with the Department of Education unveiling a comprehensive student loan forgiveness proposal, while the revised Free Application for...
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3 Ways to Fix Math’s Racial Divide
A new report from RAND pinpoints three main reasons why elementary and middle school students aren't excelling at math. The post 3 Ways to Fix Math’s Racial Divide appeared first on Word In Black.
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