Fearless Transformation. Now.
When we ask our brains different questions, we begin to seek different solutions. That’s why it’s helpful to work with a coach, so that yo
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TIPS FOR
TEACHING OUR
future
Nov 18, 2022
Value Voice
When I work with schools and organizations that serve young people, particularly young people of color, I often watch staff shy away from...
Oct 21, 2022
Free Toolkit Inside!
I was basically born in the classroom. When you’ve visited as many classrooms as I have, you begin to notice all the lingo used to create...
Sep 23, 2022
3 Culturally Connected Community Shifts
Here are 3 ways you can create a more culturally connected learning community for young people this year. Each action step can be...
Aug 26, 2022
Culturally Responsive Teaching is Nothing New. And it worked.
CRT or Culturally Responsive Teaching may feel like the new and overly politicized buzzword right now. However, these intentional...
Jul 26, 2022
I've been in your shoes
Truly, I’ve been in your shoes. Well maybe not your exact shoes, but I’ve seen some difficult times. I’ve seen gun violence riddle my...
Jun 24, 2022
All Kids Need The Talk
If kids own smartphones or eavesdrop on adults, then they’ve seen or overheard the news. I know— you know where I’m going with this, so...
May 25, 2022
Tackle Tough and Timely Topics without worry
Last night I talked to my two school-aged children about the Texas school shooting. Just a few days ago, we talked about Buffalo, NY. It...
Apr 22, 2022
Black History Month Ended. It Can't. (Part 2)
Almost 1 year ago, I wrote an Oped titled, Black History Month Ended. And it Shouldn’t. My reasons for writing this piece were to...
Mar 25, 2022
YOU CAN'T TEACH THAT!
Want to learn more about how to prepare yourself for implementing culturally responsive teaching practices? Check out these blogs first!
Feb 25, 2022
3 Ways to Build Relevance Every Day
Let’s start with an example. Have you heard of Charlotte Forten? Charlotte is one of the best examples to showcase how to build cultural...
Jan 18, 2022
OPINION: A former middle school principal looks back on ‘gimmicky mistake
I followed the well-worn path for making urban schools “safe” or “great” — ensuring Black and Latinx children receive constant...
Dec 17, 2021
Quit Resetting. Start Rethinking.
Every new year is filled with audacious promises to better oneself. According to the Washington Post, 40% of Americans make New Year’s...
Apr 5, 2021
OPINION: Black History Month Is Over, But It Shouldn't Be— Because Students Live Black History
Too often, young people of color are asked to assimilate or lose their cultural identity in order to succeed in school (and later, as adults
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