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The Crime of Branding Students As Criminals

December 18, 2020
by Rann Miller
7 min read
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Throughout my time as an educator, I’ve been pulled into my share of “special taskforces” meant to address “at-risk” students – namely Black students. I have no doubt that such groups can be found in schools across...

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Admit It…You Have Amy Coopers In Your Schools.

June 5, 2020
by Rann Miller
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Last week, I watched American cities burn: Minneapolis, New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, Miami, and Philadelphia.  And while the murder of George Floyd was the catalyst, Amy Cooper played a role.  It’s easy to...

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DON’T TOUCH MY HAIR: CHRONICLES OF BLACK GIRLS IN EDUCATION

August 9, 2017
by Sharif El-Mekki
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As a father and as an educator who has helped to educate thousands of Black girls, I am grateful that Khalilah Harris penned this thoughtful and necessary piece: “Momma, will you give me Black girl magic hair?” This is a...

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