The Free Breakfast for School Children Program, started by the Black Panther Party in 1969, has influenced the School Breakfast Program and the Community Eligibility Provision, making it easier for low-income students to access free school meals, but critics argue that scaling back these programs would further heighten racial and economic disparities.
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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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Despite Pushback, Black Lives Matter at School Keeps Growing
By Aziah Siid Originally appeared in Word in Black We live in an era where a Black teen in Texas can get suspended for wearing his hair in locs, schools in Florida […]
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Many Texas community college students who transfer don’t finish their degrees, study says
By Sneha Dey, The Texas Tribune Feb. 7, 2024 “Many Texas community college students who transfer don’t finish their degrees, study says” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a […]
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Glitch in financial aid form is keeping students with immigrant parents from applying for college grants
By Sneha Dey, The Texas Tribune Feb. 1, 2024 “Glitch in financial aid form is keeping students with immigrant parents from applying for college grants” was first published by The […]
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Unlocking opportunities: Why learning a foreign language is essential
By Dr. Giani Clarkson I have fortunately lived a life that is not full of a lot of regrets. However, there is still one major regret that haunts me to […]
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For Black Kids, Underfunded Public Schools Are Inequality Factories
By Joseph Williams Originally appeared in Word in Black For the Black community, education is considered an investment, the best way for Black children to get ahead in life, and […]
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Here’s What Students Say They Need for the New Year
By Aziah Siid Originally appeared in Word in Black One borough, five different neighborhoods, five different schools, five different thoughts — but always straightforward because that is Brooklyn at its core. […]
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4 NBA Stars Making Sure Black Kids Get an Excellent Education
By Aziah Siid Originally appeared in Word in Black When it’s gametime, our favorite NBA stars tear up the court in pursuit of a win. We see them showing out […]
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$45 million renovation at Madison High School has one more year of construction ahead
By Michaela Rush Originally appeared on Dallas Free Press During a spirited community meeting at the “Great” James Madison High School before the school year began, alumni and community members […]