Teachers across Georgia are now delivering education in ways they’ve never been trained for or prepared to do as a sole means of educating Black students. Not only is there a huge equity issue widening the digital divide, but there is also a lack of culturally inclusive curriculum in our public schools. Coupled with the stress of creating virtual lessons,…
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It’s Prom Season But Not Everyone is Sad about Cancellations!
Social distancing has shown us that not all scholars are as included in their school culture as we think. As more traditional public schools are leaning on virtual learning, socialization can’t take a back seat. Students are naturally creating platforms for socialization. Socialization and student activities are essential aspects of the educational journey. Many of us are missing the opportunities…
It’s a Great Time for Black Males to Address Bullying with Black Boys!
The current social distancing has schools across the Nation temporarily closed. During this time, parents and families can address the issue of bullying with Black boys. Not in the way that many people may be thinking. Too often, we assume that Black boys are the “bullies” in school. Black boys are actually victims of bullying in public schools probably more…
Requiring Students to Walk in Straight Lines; A Punitive Measure or Effective Management?
Recently in a teacher training the topic of walking in straight lines came up during the discussion about classroom management. I was very surprised at the responses. Traditionally, teachers have been champions of having children walk in a straight line. “We’ve been under a long impression of tradition and knowledge of what works with “managing” children,” says one veteran teacher…
Black Boys Are Choosing Prison Over School; Positive Role Models Can Help!
Recently, WSBTV news anchor, Tom Jones recently wrote a powerful message regarding an Atlanta young, Black male who was sentenced to prison. These stories are too frequent and familiar not only in Atlanta but across the Nation. Below are Tom’s powerful words which coincide with our EdLanta message that we need more Black male educators in schools from Kindergarten to…
We Call Black Boys “Bad” Before they Even Misbehave
Black men like NBA star Jaylen Brown, share similar classroom experiences that include being told you’re “bad”, “stupid”, or “are going to end up in jail!” Our fears, prejudices and stereotypes we place on Black boys begin as early as Kindergarten and this stunts their creativity, hope and level of success in the classroom. Although there are many stories of…