Posts Tagged ‘Education’
Senior With Perfect SAT Score: ‘I Try to Give Back’
Cameron Clarke’s future is high thanks to his hard work and intelligence, and his compassion helps others, too.
Read MoreRace, Class and Schools
Kevin P. Chavous ponders the significance of the Supreme Court decree for desegregation in the face of today’s education realities.
Read MoreWhat’s wrong with affirmative action – and why we need it
Journalist L.Z. Granderson understands the need for affirmative action–and where these policies fall short.
Read MoreDiscovering Black America’s Jailed Gems
One higher education leader has offered a suggestion that could help Black inmates and lead to rehabilitation.
Read MoreToday Marks the Founding of the Association for the Study of African American Life and History
Many who don’t know the Association for the Study of African American Life and History know the Black History Month it inspired.
Read MoreThis Day in Black History: Central State University Founded
One of Ohio’s colleges created to serve Black students, Central State University, was founded 125 years ago today.
Read MoreThe Rosenwald Schools: An Impressive Legacy of Black-Jewish Collaboration for Negro Education
Between 1912 and 1932, nearly 5,000 “Rosenwald schools” for black children were established in the South. The money to start them came from a Jewish donor, Julius Rosenwald, who collaborated with Booker T. Washington. By 1932, about one-third of black students in the South were attending Rosenwald schools. In addition to 4,977 schools, Rosenwald contributed to 217 homes for teachers. He also established 163 machine shops where students learned practical skills.
Read MoreTea Party Groups In Tennessee Demand Textbooks Overlook U.S. Founder’s Slave-Owning History
Conservative activists in Texas want to rewrite history books and remove and mention of the Founding Fathers owning slaves.
Read MoreMinority Children Going Hungry During Summer Months
Research showing how many Black children do not have enough food in the summer reveals how important meals at school are.
Read MoreChicago Charter School Boasts 100 Percent Graduation Rate for Third Consecutive Year
One Chicago school continues its track record for excellence and commitment to helping Black students, especially boys.
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