With schools gone virtual and in-person feedback from students no longer possible, listening to students can feel harder than ever. There is always an inhe
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One year ago, Mothers Against Senseless Killings was telling Block Club Chicago about their plans to open a community school on the corner of 75th and Stew
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Put yourself in the shoes of a graduating high school senior. 2020 was supposed to be filled with the best “lasts” and “firsts.” Getting ready for your las
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As an educator, I learned early on that relationships are key to learning. I’ve always genuinely looked forward to coming to school, greeting my students b
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This week began with a hike in the woods for my family and me in the Shenandoah Valley State Park. Pre COVID-19, our outings consisted of laser tag, movies
Read MoreWithout Internet Access, Our Most Vulnerable Children Are Locked Outside the Digital Schoolhouse Door
Philadelphia’s problem is America’s problem. If you want to go to school, see a doctor, apply for a job, enroll in training or receive government benefits—
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Dear High School and Undergraduate Seniors, I am no expert. This my story, and I hope it is one many of you can relate to and refer to for motivation when
Read MoreCOVID-19’s Impact on First-Generation College Students Is Complicated
As a nonprofit leader and educator who works with college students of African descent, I am intimately aware of how challenging getting through college can
Read MoreEpisode 40: Demanding a Family-Centered Response to Coronavirus (ft. Parent Activists Anise and Yolanda)
In this episode, you’ll hear from Anise Walker and Yolanda Corbett about the state of education in Washington D.C. during COVID-19 and the challenges that
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