The HBCU Swingman Classic was held at Globe Life Field to showcase the talent of players from historically Black colleges and universities, with the American League winning the game 5-4, and Grambling State’s Tiger Borom being named MVP.
Category: Education
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Public Schools Struggle with Overcrowding, Lack of Resources, and Behavioral Issues
Public K-12 schools face challenges such as overcrowded classrooms, lack of resources, and poor student behavior, which can hinder academic success, and the COVID-19 pandemic has further exacerbated these issues.
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HBCU Swingman Classic: A Celebration of Black History and Future Stars in MLB
The 2024 MLB All-Star Week kicked off with the second annual HBCU Swingman Classic, a celebration of the rich history and exceptional talent of HBCU baseball programs.
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“Black Jobs” and the Age-Old Gimmick of Leveraging Minorities Against One Another
Former President Donald Trump’s recent rant about immigration and the Supreme Court case of Fisher v. University of Texas have highlighted the use of minority groups to undermine progress towards a more equitable society.
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Good Soil Forum 2024 Cooks Up Kitchen Table Talk Just in Time For Juneteenth
The Good Soil Forum in Dallas, TX, provided a platform for Black entrepreneurs to discuss business growth and sustainability, as well as offering a platform for aspiring minority entrepreneurs to showcase their innovative business ideas.
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A Father’s Impact: Daughter’s Success Highlights Value of Family Support
Pastor Rich Schuhumeier, a black father who is actively involved in his children’s lives, is a beacon of light for his daughter Evangelic, who has graduated with her law degree from La Verne College of Law University, with her success being a testament to the power of determination, positive declarations, and family support.
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INC Education: Closing the Achievement Gap for Black Students with Innovative Approach
INC Education, founded by Jay Veal, is closing the achievement gap for Black students by providing a holistic approach to education, including tutoring, mentorship, community involvement, and technology, and has achieved a 95% success rate with 100% of students progressing to the next grade level or graduating on time.
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Cardona to Black Students: Don’t Miss Out on FAFSA Like I Did
By Joseph Williams Having spent months fixing the botched overhaul of the online Free Application for Federal Student Aid, Education Secretary Miguel Cardona has a message for Black college-bound students: […]
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Dark Money Ran Through Texas’s Runoffs and Probably Just Delivered Win for Private School Vouchers
Governor Greg Abbott of Texas has called for a special legislative session to focus on Education Savings Funds, which would allow parents to use public funds to pay for private school tuition, but critics argue that this would take funding away from public schools and potentially harm underfunded and underperforming schools.
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Texas Pushing a Christian Agenda? TEA Unveils Curriculum Proposal with Biblical References
The Texas Education Agency has proposed a new curriculum that includes biblical references in reading and language arts lessons, sparking a heated debate over the separation of church and state and the inclusion of diverse world religions.
