By Nicole A. Wynn In a busy Washington, D.C. classroom, a student rocks gently in his chair, hands over his ears. The teacher assumes he’s being defiant and calls his name sharply. In reality, the fluorescent lights and echoing voices have overwhelmed his senses. This scene plays out daily in schools across the District not […]
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Dr. Rod Paige, the first African American to serve as secretary of education, dies at 92
The AFRO sends condolences to the family and all those who knew and loved Dr. Rod Paige, the first Black leader to serve as the secretary of education. Paige died at 92 years old on Dec. 9.
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Community members fight to keep Baltimore Collegiate School for Boys open
Baltimore Collegiate faces possible closure in 2026 as the Baltimore City Board of School Commissioners prepares to vote on its charter renewal. Supporters argue the all-boys school boosts academic success and disrupts the school-to-prison pipeline for Baltimore’s Black boys.
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Creating the next generation of change makers: A look at D.C.’s Social Justice Charter School
By Deborah BaileyAFRO Contributing Editor At Washington D.C.’s Social Justice Charter School, social justice is a concept that extends beyond a classroom or a unit studied in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Social justice is the theme that permeates the entire school, influencing every aspect of classroom and school activities. Since 2020, […]
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Delaware State University partnership with Risepoint expands online degree access
Delaware State University has partnered with education technology company Risepoint to expand access to flexible, workforce-focused online degrees through eHBCU, the nation’s only Black online higher-education consortium. The collaboration advances eHBCU’s mission to bring the pride, community and opportunity of Historically Black Colleges and Universities to learners regardless of location, with new programs expected to launch in Fall 2026.
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Meharry Medical College receives $1 million investment
Meharry Medical College’s School of Applied Computational Sciences has received a $1 million grant from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation to advance medical education and promote health equity through technology. The funding will support initiatives like augmented and virtual reality integration, community partnerships, and interdisciplinary training, strengthening the College’s mission to prepare diverse health professionals for underserved communities.
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Advocate warns dismantling of Dept. of Education could harm Black and Brown students with disabilities
Advocates warn Black and Brown students with disabilities may face increased barriers and undiagnosed needs as the dismantling of the U.S. Department of Education continues.
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Rooted in community: Coppin State University’s ‘tiny but mighty’ theatre program
Coppin State University’s small but powerful theatre program blends artistic training with community engagement, using productions and post-show discussions to address issues that impact West Baltimore. Students and alumni say the program nurtures their growth, offering interdisciplinary opportunities, close mentorship, and a strong sense of belonging.
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Fewer Black students missing school as attendance slowly rebounds
Chronic absenteeism in U.S. K–12 schools is gradually declining, and a new EdTrust report suggests rates could be cut in half within five years if states continue expanding early interventions, tutoring, and wraparound supports. The improvements are especially significant for Black students, who remain disproportionately affected but are seeing progress as states adopt data-driven strategies and invest in student well-being.
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University of Baltimore wraps up centennial celebration in style
The University of Baltimore celebrated 100 years on Nov. 13, honoring its legacy of driven students, lifelong learning, and shaping Baltimore’s future leaders while looking ahead to its second century of impact.
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Black student parents can thrive with access to this critical federal program
Learn about the challenges faced by Black student parents in higher education and how the CCAMPIS program can provide support for child care costs.
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Only 5 percent of U.S. doctors are Black– Howard alumni are working to change that
Only 5.2 percent of U.S. physicians are Black, despite African Americans making up nearly 14 percent of the population. The Howard University Medical Alumni Association is working to close this gap through its Need More Black Doctors campaign, providing scholarships, emergency grants and mentorship to aspiring Black physicians.