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We Can’t Prioritize Whiteness at the Expense of American Democracy

Around the country, from Pennsylvania to Texas, white parents and groups like Parents Defending Education, are flexing their caste-given societal muscles against anything that looks remotely like anti-racism, culturally responsive teaching, or diversity, equity, and inclusion. Republicans smell blood in the water, creating campaigns designed to support so-called “parents’ rights” banning lessons they find divisive or political. Meanwhile, more than 20 HBCUs (Historically Black Colleges and Universities) have received bomb threats in recent months.

Stop What You’re Doing and Thank a Black Teacher

Stop what you’re doing and go thank a Black teacher. Whether online or in-person, take time out today to thank a Black teacher.

Here’s Why It’s More Important Than Ever to Support Black Teachers

It is no secret that there is a widening diversity gap between our public school students and our public school educators. Public schools enrollment is now majority-minority, but teachers of color account for just 21% of the educator workforce, with Black educators making up just 7% of that total. Black and brown teachers have a profoundly positive impact on not only Black and brown students, but all students. A great body of evidence shows that Black, brown and white students alike see positive academic benefits when they are taught by diverse teachers.