A space for local and national stories about issues surrounding education, especially as they relate to African Americans.
The awards provided through the DICR program are unique in cancer research and provide a large amount of salary support for the four colleges.
American Cancer Society and four HBCUs announce groundbreaking program to improve diversity, equity, and inclusion Read More
Ann Bancroft Foundation has extended its 2021 fall grant cycle to Sunday, October 17, 2021.
Ann Bancroft Foundation offers grants to girls in K-12 Read More
The Twin Cities Black Journalists and the Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder have partnered to offer a fall internship to a college student.
TCBJ/MSR journalism internship application extended to Oct. 8 Read More
Aside from attending class, they will be also participating in extracurricular activities, like sports, music, and clubs. Parents have many concerns and questions.
Things parents should know sending their kids back to school Read More
The academic consequences and long-term social implications of extended distance learning cannot yet be fully quantified.
As schools open, how will those behind catch up? Read More
‘In-person learning is critical to a child’s well-being and academic success. Getting vaccinated is the best way to keep our students healthy…’
State kicks off ‘Vax to School’ student vaccination campaign Read More
Welcoming children whose still-developing minds had been in isolation for longer than anyone expected did not come without its challenges.
Experts urge quickest possible return to in-person learning Read More
‘There were so many moving parts. It’s hard to say I successfully adapted—more so like I survived.’
The fallout from distance learning Read More
‘We solicited and asked for inequity statements, and those were divided up. We tried to determine what was very important to our stakeholders.’
St. Paul schools tackle educational inequities Read More
Stepping into the education gap this summer is the WE WIN “When Black Students Graduate” program, a Black culturally sustaining effort designed to help at least 70 students receive their diplomas.
WE WIN Institute to launch ‘When Black Students Graduate’ summer program Read More
Summer Spark, the Library’s summer learning and reading program, encourages youth ages 0-18 to stay active and read for fun all summer long with outdoor and virtual events, reading challenges, and book giveaways.
Saint Paul Public Library offers reading, learning fun for youth all summer long Read More
Critical race theory is really just a proxy battle in a much larger war over dueling narratives…
Critical race theory backlash would keep the truth hidden Read More
This summer, Project Scientist will keep girls thinking and having fun all summer long, and connect them to other girls who love science, technology, math, and engineering.
Scholarships available for Project Scientist’s virtual STEM camp for girls 4-12 Read More
Many Black parents have ‘school hesitancy’ and resist a return to education as usual after the pandemic.
‘School hesitancy’ slows classroom re-openings Read More
‘Why would a parent have a child in a school district that is not serving their kid’s needs?’
Revisiting the pros and cons of school choice Read More
Lift Zones provide safe spaces fully equipped with free internet access to help low-Income students participate in distance learning.
Comcast launches additional 44 Wi-Fi-connected “Lift Zones” in Twin Cities Read More
Nicoshia Wynn recently announced the launch of Relentless Academy, a youth arts and education summer program.
New S.M.A.R.T. summer program aims to bridge education gap Read More
Offering free online tutoring for learners PreK-8th grade, Scholar Squad helps students build their reading and math skills.
Scholar Squad offers free reading, math tutoring for Minnesota families Read More
‘Systemic racism in public education relative to funding and fairness can only be overcome by electing candidates who stand for justice and equity and removing those whose records show they don’t.’
The future of education is at stake in the 2020 Election Read More
In order to develop a stronger coding identity, girls need to have opportunities to develop and perform coding skills.
Teachers play a critical role in shaping girls’ future as coders Read More