Black Education Research Center

Happening now: Dr. Joyce King, Dr. Linda Tillman, and .hollman discussing “The Black Freedom Struggle as Praxis: Teaching & Learning Black Studies in PK-12 Schools.”

Mark your calendars for the 1st Annual BERC Summer Conference! 🌟

Join us in-person at Teachers College on July 19-20 for two days of professional learning focused on the teaching and learning of Black Studies in New York City. CTLE credits available for each day.

Register now at https://tinyurl.com/BERCSUMMER. Discounts for groups of 20 or more by contacting [email protected]. Full Conference Program available at www.blackedresearch.org.

Program Highlights:

Friday’s Keynote: “Black Studies as Community Studies: Revisiting Path, Purpose, and Self Determination” by Dr. David Stovall
Saturday’s Keynote: “It’s Time to Build a New House: A Call to Action” by Dr. Sonya Douglass
Featured Panels with renowned educators
This is an excellent opportunity to enhance your teaching practices and engage with leaders in the field of Black Studies. Don’t miss out!

📢 Proud to share that the latest issue of Principal magazine features an insightful article by BERC's very own Dr. Sonya Douglass. Titled "Americans Support Inclusive, Equitable Education," the piece explores broad public support for inclusive curricula and diverse viewpoints in education.

Key findings from the poll:

85% agree that students should learn about the history of slavery and racism in the U.S.
78% support challenging students with alternative viewpoints to enhance critical thinking.
56% believe it's crucial for schools to teach the value of diversity.
These insights highlight the strong public backing for inclusive, equitable education and the importance of empowering educators to shape their curriculum.

Read the full article and discover more about how Americans are advocating for education that reflects all our stories. https://naesp.ygsclicbook.com/pubs/principal/2024/mayjune-2024/live/index.html =14

Join us in celebrating our very own Dr. Sonya Douglass, Founder and Director of BERC. She has been elected VP-elect of the Educational Policy and Politics division at . Her groundbreaking work on racial inequality in K-12 schools 🏫 continues to shape the future of education. Click the link in our bio to find out more. 📚🎓