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How Patrick Harris Found Healing In The Classroom

On a late Thursday afternoon, 5th grade teacher Patrick Harris closes out his day planning lessons for the coming week…
by Michael Tomlin-Crutchfield
03.30.20
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NUL Assesses Educational Equity

National Urban League and Urban One announce evaluation results of several state education equality plans.
by NewsOne Staff
03.28.20
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Black 'MENtors' Inspire Black Youths

The Black Man Can, a nonprofit organization, has built a volunteer army of Black male role models.
by nigelroberts1
04.29.21
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Watch: Insights On Mentorship

A longtime education mentor and mentee share insights into the dynamics of their relationship.
by nigelroberts1
03.15.18
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Contribute To Education Through Mentoring

Mentorship is a method of nontraditional teaching open to anyone who's willing.
by nigelroberts1
06.30.17
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How To Keep Kids Reading This Summer

Retaining a year’s worth of learning during the summer break is a challenge, especially for children in low-income families.
by nigelroberts1
06.22.17
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Educators Examine Minority Teacher Retention Crisis

The minority teacher shortage is largely a retention--not a recruitment--problem, according to research.
by Asha French
06.22.17
High School Celebrates First Post-Katrina Graduation
Teen Graduates While Battling Cancer

Darryl Aikens met all the requirements for his diploma and inspired the Golden State Warriors with his tenacity.
by Asha French
06.21.17
BALTIMORE, MD - AUGUST 19: Billionaire philanthropist Robert Sm
Black Billionaire Shares Secret To Success

Young Black men need to see a role model who succeeded in the sciences and finance, Robert Smith says.
by nigelroberts1
06.19.17
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Historic Black Educator Dies At 88

Dr. Samuel D. Cook, an academic trailblazer of the Civil Right era, was a president of Dillard University.
by Asha French
06.19.17
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'Grow Your Own Teacher' Promotes Diversity

The program has mixed results but strives to make a difference.
by nigelroberts1
06.06.17
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Athlete & Scholar Accepted To 8 Ivy League…

Jahmir Smith's mother envisions him becoming a doctor and NFL player.
by nigelroberts1
12.11.17
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Racial Disparity In Handcuffed Students

Police officers lacking school environment training make most arrests--including handcuffing emotionally distressed students.
by nigelroberts1
05.31.17
The Campus of Harvard University
Harvard Accepts First Rap Album As Senior Thesis

The university's pioneering student raps about the African-American experience—from slavery to police violence.
by nigelroberts1
05.30.17
Education Secretary Betsy DeVos Testifies To House Appropriations Committee On Education Dept. Budget
Federal Funds Can Go To Schools That Discriminate

Education Sec. DeVos empowers states to decide which schools receive student vouchers.
by nigelroberts1
05.25.17
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Georgia School Enhances Parental Involvement

University of Phoenix & NAN deliver resources to help the Decatur school with teacher training and parental engagement.
by nigelroberts1
04.29.21
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Watch: How School Choice Impacts Black Community

It's essential to understand how education policies affect our community and children.
by nigelroberts1
06.19.19
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Black Mothers Sue Mississippi For Education Inequality

All 19 Mississippi failing school districts are predominantly Black and lack basics like proper text books, the lawsuit says.
by nigelroberts1
05.24.17
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Watch: Pros & Cons Of School Choice

Professor Christopher Emdin explains both sides of this hot-button issue.
by nigelroberts1
06.19.19
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Americans Back School Choice But Don't Understand Issues

The survey suggests that Americans need to be educated on this hot button issue.
by nigelroberts1
05.23.17
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