Celebrating Dr. Johnnetta Cole, the First Black Woman President of Spelman College
She is a true pioneer in academia! Dr. Johnnetta Betsch Cole. The name itself evokes a legacy of leadership, scholarship, and a deep commitment to empowering others. A true trailblazer in every sense of the word, Dr. Cole has shattered glass ceilings throughout her career, most notably as the first African American woman to serve […]
Because of Them We Can Launches Free and Accessible Learning Hub for Teaching Black History Year-Round
Educating by any means necessary! In a significant stride towards preserving and promoting Black history, Because of Them We Can (BOTWC) has unveiled its latest initiative: a free and accessible Learning Hub. This innovative platform is poised to revolutionize the teaching of Black history, ensuring that it extends beyond one month while also making it […]
Boston Teacher Makes History as First Black Man to Become Massachusetts Teacher of the Year
His students cheered! De’Shawn Washington is a fourth-grade teacher at Maria Hastings Elementary School in Lexington, Massachusetts, Boston 25 news reports. A dedicated and committed teacher, Washington was recently named Massachusetts Teacher of the Year, making history as the first Black man to receive the state’s highest honor for educators. Congratulations to newly named Mass. […]