As we continue to teach Black History, this blog post is written by Greg Clay who is the founder of the Atlanta Speaks Initiative, Board Chairman of Skyview High School in South Fulton, GA., Atlanta Public Schools CTAE District Wide Advisory Board Immediate Past Chairman, KIPP WAYS Advisory Board Member, and Atlanta Board of Education Equity Taskforce Member As Black History…
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Blackface Is An Ugly Truth of Black History
Regardless of what MAGA is saying, it’s widely acknowledged that the use of blackface is unacceptable. The truth is, blackface is racist and deplorable. Our students need to see this for what it is. Blackface is an ugly truth of Black History; we cannot ignore this. Childish Gambino recently referenced blackface in his work, Blackface is not simply face painting! Social…
Charter Schools Could Lead Us to Black History Being Included in Curriculum
I’m a supporter for both Black history and school choice! Speaking of school choice, our charter schools innovation should include teaching Black history. I would love to see some advocacy around Black history included in the curriculum. A curriculum that composed of Black history, now that’s progress! We cannot improve the culture within American society if we continue neglecting to…