Parents must engage in the conversation surrounding the use of AI in education to ensure that the technology is used in a way that does not perpetuate racial and socioeconomic disparities, and that educators are properly trained to recognize and counter biases in AI-driven tools.
Aziah Siid
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Department of Education cuts have real consequences for Black students
The Trump administration’s cuts to the U.S. Department of Education have resulted in a significant reduction in resources for public education, disproportionately affecting Black students and other marginalized groups.
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Black representation in tech matters to special ed students
AI technology is being used in K-12 special education to customize lesson plans and check student progress, but there is a lack of representation of people of color in AI development, leading to potential racial and cultural blind spots.
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5 Innovative Programs Supporting Students’ Mental WellnessÂ
The Jed Foundation, Black Emotional and Mental Health Collective, Black Girls Smile, AAKOMA Project, and The Trevor Project are nonprofit organizations working to provide support and emotional tools to young people dealing with mental health issues.
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Prepping Black kids for tomorrow’s jobs
Nonprofit organizations such as The 100 Black Men of America, Black Girls CODE, The Blue Heart Foundation, and Black Girls Do STEM are working to prepare Black students for the jobs of the future by providing mentorship, practical lessons, and career development opportunities.
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Educators rally to protect Black students from Trump policies
Educators and community members are preparing to fight back against conservative policies that could lead to the dismantling of the Department of Education and the weakening of the Office for Civil Rights, while the AFT is fighting to protect public schools and ensure equitable funding and staffing.
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Why Black kids need the U.S. Education Department
Donald Trump and the Republican Party’s 2024 campaign platform are pushing to abolish the Department of Education, citing its “woke” bureaucracy, waste of taxpayer money, and interference in local decisions, while the DOE encourages diversity, protects the rights of all students, and provides financial incentives for education policy.