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We journey into the extraordinary life and career of Eugene Williams Jr., a multifaceted educator whose journey spans from the glitz of Hollywood to the halls of academia. With a Bachelor's degree in English from Emory University and a Master's in Educational Leadership from The University of Mary Washington, Eugene's academic prowess is matched only by his diverse experiences.You will be riveted as Eugene shares his remarkable journey as a writer, speaker, and educator. From his early days a...

On this episode, we are joined by educator and author Dr. Craig Boykin to engage in courageous dialogue aimed at subverting longstanding inequities pervading our schools. Dr. Boykin confronts uncomfortable truths impacting marginalized students. He pens transformative texts like “The IEP Trap” and “Right Motives, Wrong Methods” tackling education and special education pitfalls, polarizing tracking policies, and teaching tendencies that stifle empowered youth voices. What emerges is a nua...

Welcome to another engaging episode of the Scholastically Speaking Podcast - the show that tackles the real issues impacting our schools. I'm thrilled to have joining me today the wonderful Dr. Krista Edwards part of the Black School Psychologists Network, Inc. Dr. Edwards has dedicated her career to supporting students as a school psychologist, activist and advocate.In this down-to-earth discussion, we'll explore the often underrated role these professionals play in nurturing student ...

🎙️ Welcome to another empowering episode of the Scholastically Speaking Podcast, where we continue our conversation about the world of Special Education. In this episode, we embark on a journey to understand the unique challenges, triumphs, and innovative strategies within the realm of special education.Join our expert guests Jamilah Bashir - The IEP Coach and Special Education Advocate/IEP Coach Destiny Huff of Destiny Huff Consulting as they share their insights, experiences, and expertise ...

In Episode 3 of our podcast series, host Timothy White engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Executive Director Cornell Ellis of Brothers Liberating Our Communities Kansas City, widely known as BLOC.KC. Join us as we delve into the mission of BLOC.KC, a dynamic organization with a crucial goal—to significantly increase the representation of Black Male Educators in local school districts and throughout the United States.Timothy and Cornell explore the multifaceted journey of Black m...

Welcome back to another eye-opening episode of the Scholastically Speaking! In Episode 2, we're diving deep into the dynamic world of urban education. Join Timothy White as he engages in a compelling conversation with special guest LaDeidre Jackson, a seasoned educator that has spent many years in the urban education space.Topics Explored:The Urban Education Landscape: Understanding the unique challenges and opportunities in city schools.Equity and Inclusion: Strategies for fostering a more i...