Racism is not a dirty word
Saying the word racism, race, or any mention of Critical Race Theory not only makes people uncomfortable, it also poses a challenge to psychological safety. And there I was, ready to risk it all for the sake of moving our work forward.
How teachers of color take care of themselves
“In a white-dominant system, people of color, no matter how successful they are, other people of color are always going to be positioned as our competitors.”
Tearing Down Barriers By Building Up People
As the pandemic trudges on, Black educators are emphasizing culturally responsive leadership to engage with students and families—as well as each other.
I Teach for Black Girls Like Me
Every teacher has a moment that solidifies their calling into teaching. Mine happened in seventh grade, and it involved a stapler.
Supporting BIPOC Women in the Classroom
Profound Ladies greets BIPOC women teachers with the open arms and community of support they are owed.
Check-in on your Black Women Teachers
Black teachers don't have everything that they want and need because we are too busy advocating for everybody else. It is who we are as nurturers and givers.
Want Parent Engagement? Hire more BIPOC teachers, and support them.
Schools are ecosystems where the aspirations of administrators, teachers, parents, students, and community members all collide. When there is misalignment, our students suffer.