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For over two decades, we’ve shared insights on education, equity, and student success. These articles reflect our ongoing commitment to supporting Black learners, families, and educators through thoughtful guidance and practical resources.

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Racial Equity in Education

5 Powerful Ways to Promote Racial Equity in Education

Building strong teacher-student relationships is essential to achieving racial equity in education. When educators intentionally...
microaggressions

7 Powerful Ways to Eliminate Microaggressions in Classroom Language

In today’s diverse PreK–12 classrooms, the power of language cannot be overstated. Words have the...
Chicago Public Schools Investigation

5 Hidden Biases Behind the Chicago Public Schools Investigation

The recent Chicago Public Schools investigation launched by the U.S. Department of Education has drawn...
Executive Order 14280

How Schools Can Protect Equity Under Executive Order 14280

Executive Order 14280 Protection for Schools When President Donald Trump signed Executive Order 14280 in...
Bias in Media and Society

Tools for Teaching Students to Recognize Bias in Media and Society

In today’s world, students are constantly surrounded by media—from social media feeds to news broadcasts...
Unpacking Bias as Educators

Spring Cleaning for the MIND: Recognizing and Unpacking Bias as Educators

Spring is often seen as a time of renewal — a moment to clear out...
Racial Bias

How Implicit Bias Shows Up in Grading and Feedback in PreK-12 Schools – and How to Fix It

Implicit bias, the unconscious attitudes or stereotypes we hold about certain groups, significantly impact education...
Gender Bias

Breaking the Mold: How to Empower Black Students Who Challenge Traditional Gender Roles

In classrooms across the country, Black students who defy traditional gender roles are often misunderstood...
Gender bias

How Gender Bias Shapes Teacher Expectations and Student Outcomes in Pre-K to 12 Education

From the earliest years of schooling, gender bias plays a significant role in shaping how...