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The Reading Quilt: Spreading the Word

Aug 08, 2021 09:00AM ● By Dr. R.A. Slaughter

In the effort to normalize and educate teachers about nonstandard dialects, John McWhorter, an American linguist and associate professor of English and comparative literature at Columbia University, penned the book Spreading the Word: Language and Dialect in America (Heinemann, 2000). In doing so, “McWhorter helps us to come to view the language palette that exists in our classrooms as an asset rather than a problem.”

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Shark Awareness Day - Some Fantastic Facts About Sharks

Jul 14, 2021 09:15AM ● By Anand Subramanian

On Shark Awareness Day, let’s reflect on some of the facts about these magnificent creatures, the consequences of overfishing, and the works of some Black marine biologists.

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The Reading Quilt: Juneteenth

Jun 22, 2021 09:00AM ● By Dr. R. A. Slaughter

Each month “The Reading Quilt” provides a short review of a book that a parent may use to spark conversations about culture and race, along with a learning activity that may help students understand human behavior. Using the acronym QUILT, Slaughter offers readers information about the Quality of writing, Universal theme, and Imaginative plot, as well as a mini Lesson plan, and Talking points that stem from the book’s premise. This month, a book that details a legacy of fortitude and strength against the cruelty of slavery, is the focus of QUILT.

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Health Heroes Connect
Kun’Tre Pharaoh: Student at HBCU Launches Health Brand Ahead of Ultimate Goal to Own Hospital or Healthcare Clinic

Jun 17, 2021 04:00PM ● By Candice Stewart

Kun’Tre Pharaoh, a student at Winston-Salem State University, hopes to one day establish and operate a hospital or healthcare clinic that provides services inclusive of a mixture of holistic, traditional and conventional medical practices.

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Black Women Financial Literacy
7 Black Women Who Will Improve Your Financial Literacy

Jun 11, 2021 01:00PM ● By Boitumelo Masihleho

Whether you're managing your student loan debt, searching for a better way to budget, these 7 Black women have the financial know-how to help you improve your finances.

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uplift workforce solutions
Workforce Solutions: Supplying Its Students With More Than Just an Education

May 06, 2021 01:30PM ● By Kassidy Garland

Uplift Solutions has provided more than just an education for its participants; it has supplied its students with hope for their future, pride in their work, and a strong sense of confidence in their ability to lead and grow.

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International Girls in Information and Communication Technology
International Girls in ICT Day: 5 Women Who Paved The Way

Apr 22, 2021 05:00PM ● By Kassidy Garland

Technology is a significant portion of today's industries, and the majority of these jobs are dominated by men. Among those men, however, are a number of incredible women who have made huge leaps in their field. Today, we celebrate them.

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Does My Head Look Big in This
The Reading Quilt: Does My Head Look Big in This? By Randa Abdel-Fattah

Apr 22, 2021 08:00AM ● By Dr. R.A. Slaughter

Each month “The Reading Quilt” provides a short review of a book or play that a teacher may use to spark conversations about culture and race, along with a learning activity that may help students understand human behavior. Using the acronym QUILT, we offer readers information about the Quality of writing, Universal theme, and Imaginative plot, as well as a mini Lesson plan, and Talking points that stem from the book’s premise. This month’s selection is Does My Head Look Big in This by Randa Abdel-Fattah.

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high status careers African Diaspora
The Quest for High-Status Careers Among the African Diasporas

Mar 26, 2021 09:00AM ● By Belinda Nzeribe

Quite a number of Black parents in diaspora and in native homelands discourage their children from pursuing non-science degrees, especially in the performing arts. They actively limit the choice of careers in art, culture, design and advance specific studies for income, status and security.

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The Reading Quilt: Another Brooklyn by Jacqueline Woodson

Mar 19, 2021 08:00AM ● By Dr. R.A. Slaughter

Each month, “The Reading Quilt” provides a short review of a book that a teacher may use to spark conversations about culture and race, along with a learning activity that may help students understand human behavior. Using the acronym QUILT, Slaughter offers readers information about the Quality of writing, Imaginative plot, as well as a mini Lesson plan, and Talking points that stem from the book’s premise. This month, Another Brooklyn by Jacqueline Woodson is the focus of QUILT.

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