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Today we honor a pivotal moment in our history—Brown v. Board of Education. This landmark 1954 Supreme Court decision declared racial segregation in public schools unconstitutional, stating that "separate but equal" has no place in education. This case reshaped the fabric of American society and moved us one step closer towards true equality. The journey doesn't end there. To understand the full context of our shared past and to continue pushing for an inclusive future, it’s essential to engage with all facets of history. Dive deeper into our inclusive account of history by visiting www.bh365.com! Let's learn together and build a future where everyone's story is heard! #HistoryMatters #EducationForAll #blackhistory #americanhistory #history #historyteachers #blackeducators #blackhistoryteacher #blackhistoryclass #africanamericanstudies #textbook #ebook #teachers #textbooks #education #educationmatters #inclusion #facts #blackhistoryfacts #educators #blackteachers #blackhistorymonth #educator #inclusiveeducation #principals #blackprincipals #diversityinclusion

Law 10.639, enacted in 2003, establishes anti-racist education in Brazil. It requires teaching history and Afro-Brazilian culture throughout primary education in all public and private schools. Racial literacy eventually exposes the racist mechanism embedded in culture and emphasizes how social and racial positions shape interpersonal relationships. Identitarianism studies are the basis for understanding Intersectionality Theory, which analyzes the social factors that shape a person's identity and their impact on access to rights and social relations. The anti-racism curriculum is integrated into the History, Art, and Literature courses, encouraging an interdisciplinary approach in other areas. The 2003 law also established National Black Lives Consciousness Day, celebrated in November 20th, in Zumbi dos Palmares honor, the Quilombo dos Palmares leader and an Afro-Brazilian resistance symbol. 🚩✊🏽⚒️📚🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️🌈⚖️ #brazilholiday #blacklivesday ✊🏻✊🏼✊🏽✊🏾✊🏿 #blackcounsciousnessdayinbrazil #blacklivesmatter #blacklivescounsciousnessday

Bill of Rights Day is just around the corner on Sunday, December 15! You can explore the Bill of Rights with your students using Teach Democracy's web page of Bill of Rights Day classroom materials, covering what these amendments have meant from 1791 when they were ratified to contemporary times. https://lnkd.in/gG68q_8p #BillOfRightsDay #BillofRights #TeachDemocracy #ClassroomResources #CivicEducation #AmericanHistory #CivicsEducation

On this #InternationalLiteracyDay not only do we need to celebrate #RubyBridges on what is also her birthday, we need to teach her story and read her work...and listen to her! “We’re still picking and choosing, and not judging each other by the content of our character," she said. "If we don’t stop that, we are going to lose this fight.” ~Ruby Bridges That "fight" is also very much about equity for every child. Literacy is a fundamental Civil Right. Without equitable access to high-quality evidence-based literacy programs, we are simply denying little ones the right to their best future. If we don't get this right, for every child, then nothing else is going to work-period. #CivilRights #EducationalEquity #LiteracyforAll #TheRighttoRead #LiteracyisaCivilRight

Curriculum matters! This is why there's been such an increase in attention to banning books and restricting what students can and cannot learn. I grew up learning the 10 Commandments - AT HOME! This judge's ruling is a win - for now. Rest assured, the group wanting the 10 Commandments in schools at scale will carefully review the ruling, regroup, and bring their case back. Here's what you can expect 1. more "groups" will pose ways to bring their version of Christianity into public schools; 2. increased banning of books, especially those focused on America's troubled history, the voices of Black people, immigration, and other marginalized groups; 3. increased restrictions on curricular content; 4. increased calls for "parents' rights," which will NOT include all parents; 5. increased calls for exclusionary discipline practices wrapped under the guise of school safety. In a world where curriculum has been, is, and will be under attack, having knowledge about how bias shapes educational content is critical. For the past few weeks, I've been sharing 7 forms of bias in educational materials. This week, it's all about imbalance and selectivity. Join me, this Thursday at 12 noon - live here on LinkedIn! #InstructionalPower #CurriculumMatters #DontBeSilent

Creating a culture of continuous learning, is important for any organization, but even more so for one dedicated to #healthequity and #healthjustice. Such an important read. Thanks Sharonne Hayes ! WomenHeart: The National Coalition for Women with Heart Disease

A Florida school's request for permission slips to let students hear a reading from a Black author sparks controversy. The move aligns with Florida’s 2021 Parents’ Bill of Rights, causing confusion and backlash. Critics argue it reflects Governor DeSantis' push against "woke" education, limiting discussions on race and history. The state claims no permission is needed for Black history, dismissing the controversy as a media-driven lie. Amidst a broader education debate, the incident highlights tensions over parental involvement and curriculum restrictions. Let’s go! Agree or disagree with what we said? Please share your comments with us to continue the conversation or DM us on our socials. Stay informed with our newsletter, “The Informer”: https://lnkd.in/e_9F2s5s We appreciate it if you "Like" and comment to continue the conversation. Join our #community by subscribing to our YOUTUBE channel: @J-Washington, and hit that notification button! #Florida #flapol #vote #politicalinnovation #ParentalRights #EducationPolicy #FloridaSchools #BlackHistoryMonth #SchoolPermissionSlip #EducationControversy #EducationLaw #DeSantisEducationPolicy #CulturalLiteracy #FloridaEducation #ParentalInvolvement #EducationReform #StateEducation #WokeEducation #EducationReform #CriticalRaceTheory #DontSayGay #ClassroomDiscussion #PublicEducation #StudentPermission

Well goodness, this is a real priority to push the #10Commandments on kids. So we found wearing masks was against our rights but pushing the Christian Religion on all kids is ok? Can we have real politicians that address important issues rather than religion? Teaching children religion must come from the parents; not everyone is Christian. Let's be respectful of other cultures. #GOP #WhiteChristianNationalism https://lnkd.in/eFYnubC4

Dive deep into the narrative of our nation with 'Race Relations in Modern America: A Historical Perspective.' This course invites 10th and 11th-grade teachers to explore pivotal moments that have shaped the discourse on race. Enlighten your class with lessons that foster critical thinking and open dialogue on America's journey through the lens of history. Join us, enrich your curriculum, and inspire change.✊🏾 Don't wait—the opportunity to bring these crucial conversations to your classroom closes soon. DM us if you have questions or need insights on how this course can fit into your teaching goals. #HistoryMatters #TeachTheChange #AmericanHistoryLessons

Shouldn't it be the 3 R's and 1 C? Clearly we know why reading, writing, and mathematics are important, but what about civics? Civics is the study of the civil and political rights and obligations of citizens in a society. Civic education is the study of the theoretical, political, and practical aspects of citizenship and how they manifest as political rights, civil rights, and legal obligations. Seems like we have not spent enough time on the fundamental learning needed in civic education. I would suggest that this may be a primary reason for the divisions in American society. As high stakes accountability testing was forced on our schools, educators, and students, we robbed ourselves from ensuring the knowledge and skills needed for a strong democracy. I believe we have more in common that unites us than we think we do and that our differences have been exploited by those that thrive on our divisions. We need open, honest, civil discourse for all generations to bring unity and strengthen our nation. Our strengths are in our knowledge, understanding, and acceptance of each other as free individuals with a greater commitment to our shared responsibility toward the common good. Liberty does not mean individual rights at the expense of the rights of others. I think we should declare 2025 as the year of unity in our country, remembering that it doesn't mean we all should believe exactly the same on every issue. Don't let labels and things like political party agendas or religion separate us. Have an open mind to listen to others. As Covey says, "Seek first to understand, and then be understood." Thanks for reading my rant! Here is to unity in 2025!