The term "decolonization" gets thrown around a lot these days, particularly in discussions of education. But what does it actually mean to decolonize education? And why is it important? Let's take a closer look. What is Decolonization? In short, decolonization is the process of undoing the damage caused by colonization. This can take many forms, but when it comes to education, decolonization generally refers to those efforts that aim to challenge and dismantle Eurocentric curriculum and pedagogy in favor of a more culturally responsive approach that centers the experiences and perspectives of marginalized people. Decolonization is important because it seeks to address the ongoing effects of colonization, which continue to impact marginalized communities long after the physical act of colonization...
Juneteenth is just around the corner. Historically, this celebration that is rarely recognized, but that is changing. Juneteenth commemorates the freeing of the last enslaved people in Galveston, TX on June 19, 1865, over 2 years after the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation. It has only been 156 years since the last of the enslaved people were freed and then there were so many hurdles to cross to get where we are. Juneteenth has been getting a lot more recognition in recent years. Just about every major city has its own celebration for Juneteenth. Most people have cookouts, parades, and church services to commemorate this day. Lately this has gathered crowds and demonstrators to speak out about the inequities in...
Today is International Children's Book Day. Reading and education are fundamental in a child's development. We have added children t shirts to celebrate the occasion. And below, we have compiled some modern books to read with your children.
Back to school is always a stressful time, but this year is so much more jammed packed with complications. A global pandemic, social injustices, and the fact that the 2020 election is just around the corner. Some schools have already started opening and there have been headlines of those schools reporting cases of infected students and faculty. This post is in no way meant to sway your decision for in-person or virtual learning, but to give you tips to keep your children as safe as possible in these uncertain times. Tip #1: Set the example. Wearing a mask has become a norm that we must embrace to get children back into the classroom. Even when you are properly socially distanced...
