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Category: Black Male Educators
Why Your School Needs to Recruit More Black Male Educators For a Brighter Future
The United States is incentivizing and pushing to expand the number of Black male teachers. But, how important is it really to recruit more Black male educators? Why? And what will this new approach to recruitment...Read More
Fellas, taking an “L” is ok. But don’t you dare ask for help.
Let’s celebrate! More and more each day, Black men including myself, are admitting when they make mistakes. They are willing to take an “L” — a loss, fail, come up short. Whether it is on the...Read More
I was too afraid to lead, so I quit.
“A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way and shows the way.” John Maxwell At the end of my 16th year as a classroom teacher, I quit. Why? Well…while I think the school...Read More
From Our Senior Partner – Jan 2022
January Affirmation — “My ability to conquer my challenges is limitless; my potential to succeed is infinite.” Well… we have arrived at the beginning of a new year. Congratulations and Happy New Year!!!! There is always...Read More
A Safe Place for Me
“I created a safe space for other people, but forgot to create a safe space for myself.” – Emmanuel Acho, Former NFL Player, Host of Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man Emmanuale Acho spoke these words...Read More
How Exploring Racial Identity Can Improve Leadership Development
An individual’s identity informs all actions they take as a leader. With that in mind, it’s easy to see why exploring and owning one’s racial identity is a crucial step to becoming an effective leader in...Read More
A Note from Ayodele Harrison, Senior Partner
Every month, Ayodele Harrison pens an overview of his month with Black Male Educators, Education, BMEsTalk and so much more. Review the replay, below. As I write, I’m excited. I’m feeling humbled and exhilarated about BMEsTalk....Read More
How Gratitude Can Transform Your Workplace
In schools, a little thanks goes a long, long way. Gratitude is felt by both parties; the one giving and the one receiving. But in schools, gratitude is a ripple effect, cultivating a more compassionate, more...Read More
Balancing Education and Community Roles
School is the primary foundation for building a child’s education and their expectations for relationships, friendships, and day-to-day structure. In today’s global world–and in the light of racial disparities highlighted during 2020’s BLM movement–it’s more important...Read More