Original post by Monique Nunnally, Atlanta Teacher We are under assault everyday with a new trauma in front of us, but the world expects us to keep moving as usual. From blatant police murders of black bodies, to a Global Pandemic that has taken millions of lives globally in less than a year, we are constantly pushed to just keep…
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COVID-19 Has Created a Heightened Sense of Anxiety for Everyone!
My heart goes out to fellow educators, parents, leaders, and especially our children as we ended the 19-20 school year abruptly and without true closure. March through May of this year caused a lot of disappointment, anxiety, and uncertainty for our students and families. COVID-19 has exposed the inequities within not only the healthcare system but those within our educational…
I’ve Learned That Self Care Makes a Difference In the Sustainability of Black Male Teachers
Self-care for Black male teachers makes a positive difference in student achievement. Especially during this COVID-19 pandemic. The way we show up in our classrooms to positively impact the social and emotional development of our students is determined by how well we’ve implemented self care. However, this is most definitely impacted now that we aren’t physically able to go to…
Self Care is Needed More Than Ever for Teachers!
October 16, 2019 By Marcus Harden “You cannot heal in the same environment you got sick in.” -Unknown I’m an optimist. It’s what keeps me in education all these years. In the times I’ve wavered or thought about shifting careers to become a blackjack dealer, cruise ship concierge or professional hand model, it’s been my belief in people and individuals…