Texas is expanding charter schools while defunding public education — especially in Black and Latino communities. This story examines how state policy, vouchers, and uneven accountability are reshaping opportunity for millions of students.
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Posted inHealth
“We Already Have What We Need”: Tatyana Ali Talks Black Motherhood, Baby Yams & the Black Moms Fair
The Black Moms Fair is a one-day event in South Dallas that celebrates Black mothers and families, and features a keynote fireside conversation with actress Tatyana Ali, who will also debut her maternal wellness brand, Baby Yams, which supports Black midwives and doulas.
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Stay Woke! Dallas Weekly Newsletter for Monday, July 21, 2025
Welcome to Stay Woke! Your Dallas Weekly Newsletter for Monday, July 21, 2025! Happy Monday fam! Hope everyone had a great weekend. Wanna start off the week rolling your eyes? […]
Posted inHomepage
Without AmeriCorps, Thousands of Future Teachers May Never Start
AmeriCorps funding is crucial for organizations like Teach For America, which provides financial support for teachers, particularly low-income and Black educators, and empowers communities to lead on issues that matter most.
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Stay Woke! Dallas Weekly Newsletter for Friday, July 18, 2025
Welcome to Stay Woke! Your Dallas Weekly Newsletter for Friday, July 18, 2025! Happy Friday fam! I know I’m late saying something about Clipse, but “Birds Don’t Sing” wrecked my […]
Posted inBlack History
Nelson Mandela: The Troublemaker Who Changed the World
Nelson Mandela, a young boy from a small African village, became a leader in the fight against apartheid, spent 27 years in prison, and eventually became the first Black president of South Africa, leaving a legacy of hope and forgiveness.
Posted inMusic
New Free Guitar Classes Launch in Deep Ellum, Centering Black Musical Legacy
Deep Ellum’s community arts initiative, led by Jess Garland and Kierra Gray Thomas, offers free guitar classes to honor the city’s legacy of Black musical innovation and foster creativity, cultural awareness, and community connection.
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Stay Woke! Dallas Weekly Newsletter for Wednesday, July 16, 2025
Welcome to Stay Woke! Your Dallas Weekly Newsletter for Wednesday, July 16, 2025! Since it’s Wednesday, July 16th, today, I’ve got another birthday to do. And because it’s *that month* […]
Posted inEducation
Teachers Union’s AI Deal Raises Questions—and Concerns
The American Federation of Teachers has partnered with tech giants Microsoft, OpenAI, and Anthropic to launch the National Academy for A.I. Instruction, a $23 million initiative aimed at providing access to free AI training and curriculum for all 1.8 million members of the AFT, but critics question if AI can truly enhance teaching and learning.
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White Coats and Brotherhood: Young Black Men Reclaiming Their Story
The Young Doctors Project, founded by Dr. Malcolm Woodland and Dr. Torian Easterling, is a program that mentors and supports young Black men in the DMV, Roanoke, VA, and NYC, to pursue careers in health and medicine, while also giving back to their communities.