Richard D. Terrell, assistant principal with Saint Paul Public Schools, writes about the joy of educating Black boys, calling on schools, families and communities to celebrate their brilliance, nurture their gifts and speak life into their futures.
Black boys education
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They can own the store, not just shop in it
Let Them Rise columnist Richard Terell argues that teaching entrepreneurship to Black boys is not just about business but about building a mindset of ownership, leadership and community impact.
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Going back to ‘the village’Â
Black boys succeed when surrounded by a strong village of care. This column explores why rebuilding community support remains essential to education, healing, and long-term success.
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Let Them Rise: A blueprint for educating Black boys
MSR launches Let Them Rise, a 10 part blueprint for Black boys education that pairs honest reflection with practical solutions for families, educators, and communities. The series debuts alongside Richard D. Terrell’s new book on Oct. 11.