Prairie View A&M University has partnered with the Human Rights Campaign to offer a course on queer history and theory, feminism, and diversity, inspired by Beyoncé’s 2022 album “Renaissance”.
Category: Education
Posted inNational News
Biden administration unveils new initiatives to combat school segregation on Brown v. Board anniversary
President Biden announced new funding and resources to enhance school diversity and tackle racial segregation, including a $20 million investment in magnet schools and the creation of a Technical Assistance Center on Fiscal Equity, in an effort to fulfill the promise of equitable education for all.
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If you can read this, thank a teacher today
By Frances Murphy DraperAFRO CEO and Publisher In my family, like so many of yours, good grades were expected–no, required. Failing a class, talking back to teachers, disrupting class or any other behavior that caused a teacher to even think about calling your parents was enough to make you do as Nat King Cole sang, […]
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Living where you work: Can teachers afford it?
The National Education Association has revealed that the average teacher earns $69,544 per year, but inflation has caused a 5% decrease in teacher pay over the past decade, leading to a teacher pay penalty and a national teacher shortage.
Posted inBlack History
Teaching against the grain: The Black Teacher Archive as a blueprint for educator organizing
Harvard University has launched the Black Teacher Archive, a digital collection of primary source materials created by members of the Colored Teachers’ Associations between 1861 and 1970, to provide access to these historical documents and revolutionize research in various fields.
Posted inTechnology
Bridging the gap: How Byte Back brings free digital literacy training to Baltimore’s underserved communities
Byte Back, a nonprofit organization, is working to close the digital divide in Washington D.C. and Baltimore by providing free digital literacy and tech certification training to residents from underserved communities, with a focus on making classes more accessible and engaging.
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The problem of higher education: Why President Biden should speak at Morehouse College
College campuses are protesting against Israel’s military efforts in Gaza, calling for universities to separate from companies supporting the war, and Morehouse College is hosting President Biden’s commencement speech to foster critical thinking and intellectual growth.
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Why Real-World Learnings Matter for Black Women Living with Breast Cancer
Black women are more likely to have aggressive forms of breast cancer and are 40% more likely to die from the disease due to lack of diversity in clinical research, and advocacy groups are working to empower Black women to participate in clinical trials and receive guideline recommended care.
Posted inBaltimore Community
Coppin State hosts annual gala May 4
Coppin State University will host its annual gala on May 4 to celebrate its history and mission of transforming the lives of its current and former students and the West Baltimore community, while honoring individuals for their significant contributions to the community.
Posted inWord In Black
FAFSA fiasco could keep Black kids out of college this fall
The rollout of the new Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) has been delayed and plagued by bugs and glitches, causing a decline in applications from eligible high school seniors, especially among low-income and minority students.
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Top five methods to prepare your child for pre-k and kindergarten
By Sabreen DawudSpecial to the AFRO The time leading up to a child’s enrollment into an academic institution is vital. While it is the responsibility of early education teachers to set the foundation for a child’s academic skill, it is also beneficial to begin introducing educational activities to children early on. From introducing acts of […]
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Wells Fargo Foundation gifts $200,000 to Junior Achievement of Greater Washington for 3DE model expansion
The Wells Fargo Foundation awarded a $200,000 grant to Junior Achievement (JA) of Greater Washington to expand the organization’s 3DE program, a four-year educational model designed to connect core classroom subjects to real-world experiences.
