As school closures began in March of 2020, low-income BIPOC students – students who have already faced discrimination and educational inequality throughout their academic careers – began to battle new and complex issues. With the effects of COVID-19 further widening the achievement gap, we want to delve deep into the topic, as it plays an
December is Universal Human Rights Month, so we’re placing a focus on education – specifically equitable, high-quality education – as a universal human right. On December 10th, 1948 the General Assembly of the United Nations declared their thirty universal human rights, including both education and equality. Unfortunately, 73 years later, our nation is still experiencing
On November 16 of this year, Educate. Radiate. Elevate. turned one year! It was a memorable year of first steps and new sights, of partnerships and collaborations. Today, we begin our fundraising initiative to continue providing high-quality tutoring services to K-12 students of underserved communities with a goal of raising $15,000 by year’s end. Our
The turkey has been gobbled, and memories have been created. The holiday of Thanksgiving has come to a close. Is this the end of expressing gratitude? On the contrary, it could still offer you enormous joy to perform acts of kindness every day. Here are five ways that donating your time and money might improve
What will Thanksgiving look like for you this year? A juicy turkey and a large scoop of mashed potatoes? Your extended family crowded in a kitchen laughing and eating and sharing crazy quarantine stories? For many Americans, Thanksgiving is a time of food and family and togetherness. I have fond childhood memories of playing with
Now is the time to reimagine the educational system! When the pandemic hit the US, things changed overnight. For the first few months, we were just making due. But now we are past the time of uncertainty. Now, more than ever, ensuring student engagement in remote or hybrid/blended formats is critical to keep students on