Education

Five contemporary Black poets, including Amanda Gorman, Hanif Abdurraqib, Danez Smith, Patricia Smith, and Jasmine Mans, are recognized for their significant contributions to literature, with their collective works exploring critical themes of race, feminism, marginalization, and broader social commentary.

A recent study indicates that Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) provide enduring cognitive benefits for Black adults, with alumni demonstrating superior memory, language, and overall cognition decades after graduation compared to their peers from predominantly white institutions.

by Alvin Buyinza At an archives in Charleston, South Carolina, one day last month, a group of high school students sat around a table, newspaper clippings...

Black women are making significant strides in education, with Rosalind Cauthen, Executive Director of the Baltimore School for the Arts, and Dr. Nicol R. Howard, Associate Professor of Mathematics Education at Chapman University, leading efforts to inspire students and foster inclusive institutions.

The federal appellate court order ending the SAVE program will likely increase financial strain on 7 million student loan borrowers, while staff reductions at the Education Department will make it more difficult for borrowers to repay their loans and increase the likelihood of inaccurate repayments.

Research indicates that Black students achieve higher academic success and increased college enrollment rates when paired with Black school counselors. However, the profession faces a significant shortage of Black counselors, attributed to underrepresentation and feelings of isolation within the field.

Parents play a crucial role in the Individualized Education Program (IEP) team, empowered to advocate for their child's educational needs. They are supported by both the school and external professionals to ensure their child's success.

The Trump administration is leveraging bureaucratic mechanisms to potentially withhold federal funding from schools that fail to adhere to a proposed rule prohibiting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. This move could adversely affect schools serving low-income and majority-minority students, threatening essential financial support.

A recent survey indicates that Black K-12 students are more inclined to utilize AI chatbots for academic assistance compared to their white counterparts. However, schools serving these students often have educators who lack adequate training in integrating AI into educational practices.

A recent report highlights that Black K-12 public school students experience heightened concerns about their safety in educational settings compared to their peers, largely stemming from implicit biases exhibited by educators and administrators.