by blackeducatorsmatter.chi | Jan 7, 2026 | Project 500 Season 2
“It is the heartbeat, the drumbeat. It’s the heart line, it’s the pipeline, it’s just so many wonderful things that Black educators do.” Dr. Mazella Fuller Antiracism Book Promo “Black history is American history, and equity is not optional—it’s...
by blackeducatorsmatter.chi | Dec 17, 2025 | Project 500 Season 2
“Honestly, education found me…” Higher Definition Leadership and Empowerment Coaching Professor LaToya Green https://www.higherdefinitionlec.com/ “When I think about the future of education, it is just being incessant and being absolute about access for all...
by blackeducatorsmatter.chi | Dec 3, 2025 | Project 500 Season 2
“We are the only ones that are going to save us.” Kecia Austin Middle School Co-Teacher, Student Council Facilitator “I’ve always said that Black educators represent liberation.” Kecia Austin, a Chicago middle school co-teacher and...
by blackeducatorsmatter.chi | Nov 19, 2025 | Project 500 Season 2
“I’m always trying to connect with them – that’s how I keep it joyful.” Ms. Jazmine Cooper Dancing with MISS COOP – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLZpL03egB4R0hbOT59IsjA “Yall know yall love my energy.” In this inspiring episode, Chicago dance educator...
by blackeducatorsmatter.chi | Nov 12, 2025 | Project 500 Season 2
“Education should be as diverse as the students we teach.” Jaysyn Green History Teacher, Debate Coach This week, we are joined by Jaysyn Green, a history teacher and debate coach from Compton, California. Jaysyn reflects on her journey into the classroom, inspired by...
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