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5 Great Ways to Integrate Black History Month in the ESOL Classroom #3 Montgomery County is bustling with cultures from all around the world. From Haiti to Peru to Japan and the Philippines, how can we highlight and integrate these distinct cultures in our classrooms? - Read about Black African American Learners in America Looking Beyond the ‘Typical’ English Learner: the Intersectionality of Black English Learners in U.S. Public Schools (newamerica.org)

For #BlackHistoryMonth, we are reflecting on how Black history paves the way to a sustainable future. A lot of the techniques and methods we use today would not be available to us if it weren't for the work of Black pioneers like those mentioned in this short reel below. WATCH: https://loom.ly/keuysX0

Black History is American history. Dr. Gholdy Muhammad says, "How we dive into curriculum (teaching/learning) doesn't mean throwing our students in head first with trauma-filled history, rather feet first with arms open sharing stories of genius and joy." Black History did not begin with slavery, oppression, or the Civil Rights Movement in America. While each of these may be a part of the larger experience of being Black both here and abroad - when we begin telling the stories of the history of Black, African, and African American people, we do a major disservice unless we begin with Black excellence, genius, and joy. Begin with reverence. Begin with celebration. Begin with joy. If our aim, especially as educators, is to cultivate this joy, achievement, and genius we must not start from a deficit perspective but instead, we begin with affirming and believing that it's already there in the students we teach, love, and support - and we build from there. We can't cultivate something we do not believe is there in the first place. #Blackhistorymonth2024 #BlackHistory #BlackHistoryEveryday #HappyBHM

Do you know there’s a platform where you can write articles and share your ideas? If your answer is no, please take a moment to read this message. There is an initiative called True Culture University that can help you. True Culture University is a Pan-African collegiate platform dedicated to cultivating a Black student experience that showcases and amplifies the goals of Pan-Africanism through various mediums. They have developed a portal at truecultureu.com where you can explore their initiatives. In the meantime, I invite you to read an article I recently wrote, which you can access through this link: (https://lnkd.in/e7XAUjiE).

Black History is 365 days a year; giving you the bike frame. Happy world bike day. What Black history are you proud of? Or do you know that should be shared? 🔔 Follow for more systematic change 💖 Like or comment 🎯𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗺𝗲 #Blackhistory365 #Blackhistory #changethenarrative #speakingtruthtopowers #systematicx

Looking for way to support Black History Month lesson planning in your classroom? Check out two new blogs on our New Story Schools website with Do’s and Don’ts, resources and tips, and even Spotify playlists. Click here for some tips on lesson planning: https://hubs.la/Q02klYpj0 Click here for some wonderful resources on Black History Month: https://hubs.la/Q02klY200

In a fascinating exploration of the role of Black reenactors in preserving and interpreting the rich history of New Netherland, Renata Sago's article sheds light on the importance of diversity in historical representation. Lavada Nahon, a technical theater specialist turned culinary and cultural historian, has been interpreting life in New Netherland for over a decade, offering a unique perspective on the multicultural environment of the 17th century Dutch, English, and French settlement. Nahon's work is part of a growing cohort of Black reenactors who are using their talents to show that the stories of Black people and other people of color are woven throughout the nation's history. From Civil War troops to rebels fighting the British in the Revolutionary War, reenactors offer a glimpse into the lives of the enslaved and free peoples on and off of plantations, bringing a measure of racial healing by walking in the footsteps of their ancestors. However, the lack of Black reenactors in the industry raises questions about the representation of Black history in historical events. Nahon's experience highlights the importance of truthful reenactments to ensure that the roles of Black people in American history are not minimized or "whitewashed." What are your thoughts on the role of Black reenactors in preserving and interpreting history? Do you believe that diversity in historical representation is essential for racial healing? Read the full story Renata Sago from Word In Black at dallasweekly.com #iamdw #blackpress #historicalreenactments #blackhistoryreenactment #racialhealing #culturalhistory #blackhistorymatters

Teachers will sit in classrooms and teach about the “starting five” of Black History (you know..MLK, Rosa, etc.) while crushing the dreams and hopes of the Black students in front of them. 💯 Dont teach Black History while crushing Black futures. 🗣️ That is all. • • #principal #school #education #schoolleadership #teacher #restorativepractices #culturallyresponsive

Cultural Discovery: My First Black Roommate's Impact on Me Join Speaker_03 as they share their enlightening journey of cultural discovery and friendship with their black college roommate. This heartfelt recount explores the beauty of diversity, understanding, and personal growth. Dive into their meaningful experiences that bridge cultural gaps and celebrate differences! #CulturalDiscovery #CollegeLife #DiversityMatters #FriendshipJourney #PersonalGrowth #UnderstandingCultures #CollegeExperiences #EmbraceDifferences #SharedStories #LifeLessons

What are we teaching about Black History? 🌟 We are teachers and educators sharing our practices, pedagogy and processes for our own personal & professional development! 🌟 Listen, watch & join the conversation ⤵️ https://lnkd.in/dFtY4kVr #THENCEcosystem #BlackHistoryMonth #ProfessionalDevelopment #EmpoweringEducators #ClassroomActivities