“Waiting is not something I am particularly good at.”
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No More “Fake It ‘Til You Make It” For Me
Real isn’t always pretty. Strike that. Real isn’t usually ever pretty.
Student Poetry Series: Xavier B.
April is National Poetry Month! Throughout the month, we’ll be sharing poetry written by our students. Today’s poem is written by Xavier B., 13. Voice of the Caves The harsh clack of a Silverfish’s tongue, The shifting rustle of the Read More …
The Father Of Gospel Music
This post is the last in our Black History Month series, written by Tracey and Dymond Calhoun.
Twas the Night Before Break
Twas the night before break, And in every classroom Volunteers bustled about With shelves, chairs, and vacuums. Their job was recurring But this week was special. Instead of returning, There was a break in the schedule. It wasn’t quite spring Read More …
Let Me Introduce Myself….
Who am I? Let me introduce myself…
Otis Boykin
Today’s post is the second entry in our Black History Month series, written by staff member Tracey Calhoun and her daughter Dymond. Otis Boykin was born in Dallas, Texas, on August 29, 1920, to parents Sarah and Walter Boykin. His Read More …
Cicely Tyson
Cicely Tyson was an icon. Her wisdom, voice, and image captivated many African American women from youth until adulthood.
Keeping the Clock Wound
History is so much more than a series of dates and locations. History is people.
January 6th, 2021
History is so much more than a series of dates and locations. History is people.