Book lovers, mark your calendars! Every year, around the end of September, New York City celebrates the love of reading and the writers who give us our favorite stories with the Brooklyn Book Festival. Despite its title, it spans all… Continue Reading
Despite all the attacks on DEI and diversity initiatives in America, the month of February is a proud time because of Black History Month. Founded by historian Carter G. Woodson to recognize the accomplishments of black people,… Continue Reading
When you mention the word “Football”, men of all ages have many opinions about it from statistics on players to why their favorite team will make it to the Super Bowl this year. Flag Football allows everyone access to… Continue Reading
We know women can do it all! When it comes to sports, we have set records, broken barriers, and pushed the limits of what women can do. So why is it when it comes to participating in certain sports like… Continue Reading
Hilda Rodriguez is not only a guidance counselor in Jamaica, Queens, she also is the owner of a pet caretaking business called Aunt Hilda. One would think these two worlds would not meet since students and pets are two different… Continue Reading
March is Women’s History Month but just because it is ending does not mean we stop recognizing women’s contribution to the world. Dr. Casey Stockstill is an Assistant Professor of Sociology at Dartmouth College. Her book False Starts: The… Continue Reading
Welcome back to a whole new school year and Season Five of HallPassBreak! Black educators go through it on a daily basis. As a black teacher myself, I have encountered these problems many times: Institutional toxicity, spaces for mental wellness,… Continue Reading
Chicago is known for infamous and historical events, famous celebrities, the Obamas, and deep dish pizza. Chicago also has a public school system with students from all walks of life who have dedicated teachers, administrators, and staff working daily… Continue Reading
When you think about the history of the Tuskegee Institute, now Tuskegee University, in Tuskegee, Alabama, notable figures include founder and scholar Booker T. Washington, scientist George Washington Carver, photographer Chester Higgins Jr., and World War II heroes, the Tuskegee… Continue Reading
Would you be able to tell your story in 6 words? That is the question Larry Smith has asked over the years producing 10 books around the topic! Two years ago, Larry Smith decided to showcase the trials and tribulations… Continue Reading