The Dallas Weekly team attended two civic engagement events, including a Q&A session with Maryland Governor Wes Moore at Paul Quinn College and a roundtable discussion at the Civilized Festival, while the Dallas College Police Department faced criticism for excessive security measures at the latter event.
Category: Education
Posted inWord In Black
Disparities in ADHD Diagnosis and Collective Solutions
The rising cases of ADHD among children, particularly boys, has led to a need for educators to be prepared to meet their needs, as students of color are often over-disciplined and underdiagnosed, leading to a higher likelihood of being underserved by the education system.
Posted inElection 2024
How Kamala Harris Talks About Race Issues
Kamala Harris, the Democratic presidential nominee, navigates the complexities of race and politics in the 2024 election, balancing the need to appeal to white voters while maintaining her support among Black and Brown voters.
Posted inHomepage
Paying Teachers: It’s Time to Put Our Money Where Our Mouths Are
Amid continued talks of teacher shortages, the conversation about disparities in teacher pay remains a critical aspect for both current and prospective teacher candidates. While most people express a value […]
Posted inWord In Black
Kids Bored In Class? Go With The Flo-CabularyÂ
by Quintessa Williams Can hip-hop help transform the academic experience for Black K-12 students across the country? Flocabulary, an online learning platform that infuses culturally relevant, hip-hop-based content into academic lessons, […]
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How Tim Walz’s Educational Policies Benefited Black K-12 Students
by Quintessa Williams Kamala Harris is making history as the first woman of Black and South Asian descent to be the Democratic presidential nominee. Her chosen vice presidential pick, Gov. Tim […]
Posted inChan Zuckerberg Initiative
The Great Generational Divide and A Path Forward. Together.
Generation Z teachers are challenging older generations to reconsider their values and work ethic, as they prioritize work smarter, not harder, and focus on setting boundaries and creating a healthier work/life balance.
Posted inReach Black Dallas
Dallas Wings and JPMorgan Chase Team up to Promote Financial Literacy and School Readiness
The Dallas Wings and JPMorgan Chase gathered at the Oak Cliff Branch to support community members as they prepare for the new school year, teaching financial literacy and budgeting to children.
Posted inChan Zuckerberg Initiative
AI in Education. A Gift or a Curse?
With the rising use of chatbots, like Chat GPT, gaining mainstream popularity in recent years, there has been increasing skepticism by many educators across the country when considering how, or […]
Posted inChan Zuckerberg Initiative
Cellphones Out, Focus In: States Crack Down on Classroom Distractions
States and school districts across the US are implementing bans on cellphone use during class time to reduce distractions, improve academic performance, and protect students’ mental health.
