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The Center for Black Educator Development @centerblacked.bsky.social · 2d

We cannot wait to see everyone in November at the Black Men in Education Convening. Did you snag a ticket before it sold out?

Let everyone know! Use our “I’m attending #BMEC2025” digital toolkit to share with your networks: https://bmecattendees.my.canva.site/

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The Center for Black Educator Development @centerblacked.bsky.social · 8d

Last year, Mayor Cherelle Parker of Philadelphia shared testimony on the power of Black men leading classrooms at #BMEC2024.

We know that ALL students benefit from Black leaders in the classroom, especially our young Black and brown kids.

🎥 @edupost.bsky.social

#BMEC2025

The Center for Black Educator Development @centerblacked.bsky.social · 9d

Thanks to your support, we have sold out the Black Men in Education Convening for the 8th STRAIGHT YEAR!

Sign up for the waitlist in case an attendee can not join us: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe6AGmXQcdUHEmhT8JWuY8CdbiIAxId7dwcS4e-zznYXCIFag/viewform

Promotional poster for the sold-out 2025 Black Media Educators Conference in Philadelphia, featuring a joyful crowd celebrating. Text overlay includes the event dates and a thank you message, with an option to join the waitlist.

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The Center for Black Educator Development @centerblacked.bsky.social · 12d

We are thrilled to announce Grammy Award-winning rapper, songwriter, producer, and visionary @lupefiasco.bsky.social will join us during this year's #BMEC2025!

The Black Men in Education Convening will take place in Philadelphia from November 20 to 22, 2025: http://thecenterblacked.org/bmec

Promotional poster for the Black Media Conference 2025 featuring Lupe Fiasco as a speaker. He is wearing a green hoodie and glasses, standing against a purple-lit background. Event details include Philadelphia, PA, November 20-22, 2025.

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The Center for Black Educator Development @centerblacked.bsky.social · 26d

In the wake of "Terroristic threats" against HBCUs across the country, CBED's CEO, Sharif El-Mekki, issued a statement in support of the schools: https://thecenterblacked.org/the-center-for-black-educator-development-stands-firm-with-hbcus-in-the-wake-of-terroristic-threats/

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The Center for Black Educator Development @centerblacked.bsky.social · 28d

Welcome back to school, teachers.

We celebrate YOU - the teachers who bring joy, build community, and create transformative learning experiences every single day!

#WeNeedBlackTeachers #BlacktoSchool #TeacherAppreciation

Poster titled 'Welcome Back, Teachers' by the Center for Black Educator Development, featuring an adult and a child in a classroom setting, with the adult sitting at a desk and the child raising a hand.

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Senator Vincent Hughes Office @senatorhughes.com · Aug 29

They were joined by special guest panelist William Stanford Davis, aka Abbott Elementary's “Mr. Johnson”, Dr. Tony Watlington, @centerblacked.bsky.social's Sharif El-Mekki, and FathersRead365's Brent Johnstone. @kywnewsradio.bsky.social's Racquel Williams hosted. #MenintheClassroom

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The Center for Black Educator Development @centerblacked.bsky.social · Aug 29

Thank you! It was a fantastic and important conversation.

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Senator Vincent Hughes Office @senatorhughes.com · Aug 29

Thank you to our partners Read to Succeed and @centerblacked.bsky.social for helping us host the important Men in the Classroom discussion! Visit our website to watch or listen to the full conversation. #MenintheClassroom www.senatorhughes.com/importance-o...

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The Center for Black Educator Development @centerblacked.bsky.social · Aug 20

The Whitewashing Of Black History Is Happening In Real Time — And We Can’t Wait For Schools To Fix It in MadameNoir. Representation in curriculum matters: madamenoire.com/1446299/scho...

The Whitewashing Of Black History Is Happening In Real Time — And We Can’t Wait For Schools To Fix It [Op-Ed]

In Florida and beyond, state curricula are whitewashing Black history. Here’s why parents and communities must fill the gap — and how to do it at home.

madamenoire.com

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The Center for Black Educator Development @centerblacked.bsky.social · Aug 15

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The Center for Black Educator Development @centerblacked.bsky.social · Jul 15

It’s #FreedomSchoolsLiteracyAcademy Community Day - we love sharing this special program where we combine culture, literacy skills, mentoring and apprenticeship!

People in a room with a Center for Black Educator Development sign and “Duckrey” on a wall.

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SiriusXM Urban View @urbanviewradio.bsky.social · Jun 30

The @karenhunter.bsky.social show welcomes CEO of the Center for Black Educator Development : Sharif El-Mekki!

www.weneedblackteachers.org

@centerblacked.bsky.social @selmekki.bsky.social #KarenRebels

We Need Black Teachers - CBED Website

BLACK TEACHERS FIGHT RACISM THROUGH EDUCATION. The number of Black teachers in the U.S. public school system needs to grow by 280,000 to be proportionate to the number of Black public school students.

www.weneedblackteachers.org

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The Center for Black Educator Development @centerblacked.bsky.social · Jun 18

WEBINAR this afternoon at 2pm ET: Join the @huntinstitute.bsky.social and the BARR Center for a conversation about supporting students academically and non-academically to meaningfully disrupt the reproductive nature of traditional school models: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Promotional image for an online event titled 'Homeroom with Education Leaders: The BARR Model: Leveraging Existing Resources to Promote Student Success' to be held on Wednesday, June 18. The event, organized by the Hunt Institute in partnership with BARR Center, features the following speakers: Dr. Jalil Hart, K-12 Director at the Hunt Institute; Angela Jerabek, Executive Director of BARR Center; Dr. Shannon Mortrud, High School Assistant Principal; Kirsten Baesler, Superintendent of Public Instruction of North Dakota Department of Education. Event time is at 2 p.m. ET, 11 a.m. PT.

The Center for Black Educator Development @centerblacked.bsky.social · Jun 3

DEADLINE EXTENDED! Enroll your rising 1st-3rd grade scholar in the Center's 2025 #FreedomSchoolsLiteracyAcademy summer programming. Registration for our Philly locations is extended to June 13th: thecenterblacked.org/fsla-home/fa...

Promotional poster for the Center for Black Educator Development 2025 Summer Program, titled Freedom Schools Literacy Academy. Includes a 'Register Now!' button and a note that enrollment is extended to Friday, June 13th. The background is vibrant with purple and blue tones.

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The Center for Black Educator Development @centerblacked.bsky.social · May 16

Get ready, #BMEC2025! Our speaker portal just opened up for proposals! Submit your idea by June 27, 2025. If you're a dynamic speaker with compelling stories, research, or art to share, we invite you to submit a proposal: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
#BlackMenInEd #WeNeedBlackTeachers

Promotional poster for the Center for Black Educator Development's 2025 BMEC Convening in Philadelphia, announcing a call for proposals with a submission deadline of June 27, 2025.

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The Center for Black Educator Development @centerblacked.bsky.social · May 10

Congrats to Overbrook Elementary School in Philly for a commitment to representation: www.cbsnews.com/amp/philadel...

#WeNeedBlackTeachers

Black educators at Overbrook Elementary School echo importance of representation in the classroom

For many students, it's not just about academics, it's about feeling seen and understood.

www.cbsnews.com

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The Center for Black Educator Development @centerblacked.bsky.social · May 8

#RadicalWellBeing is not just self-care but a revolutionary act leading to sustainable, equitable classrooms.

The emotional, mental, & physical health of teachers, particularly Black teachers, directly impacts their ability to create transformative, empowering learning environments for students.

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The Center for Black Educator Development @centerblacked.bsky.social · May 8

Black educators should not have to sacrifice their health and peace for their profession. It’s time we center their well-being.

#ThankABlackTeacher #WeNeedBlackTeachers #RadicalWellBeing

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The Center for Black Educator Development @centerblacked.bsky.social · May 8

Some of the transformative ways we can change our mindset and focus on radical well-being include:
*Supporting Black teachers means supporting their well-being. Thriving teachers create thriving students.

#ThankABlackTeacher #WeNeedBlackTeachers #RadicalWellBeing

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The Center for Black Educator Development @centerblacked.bsky.social · May 8

During #BlackTeacherAppreciationDay, we know it's important to consider radical well-being as a form of educational justice.

Let's prioritize the holistic well-being of Black educators in ways that go beyond conventional practices.

#ThankABlackTeacher #WeNeedBlackTeachers #RadicalWellbeing

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The Center for Black Educator Development @centerblacked.bsky.social · May 8

Happy #BlackTeacherAppreciationDay! How did a Black teacher change your life? Today is an opportunity to help everyone learn how Black teachers impact the lives of all students. Use #ThankABlackTeacher and share.

Learn why #WeNeedBlackTeachers: thecenterblacked.org/we-need-blac...

Promotional poster for Black Teacher Appreciation Day by the Center for Black Educator Development. The poster includes images of joyful teachers and students in classroom settings, with text stating that only 7% of U.S. teachers identify as Black.

Image promoting Black Teacher Appreciation Day by the Center for Black Educator Development. Features four individuals wearing T-shirts with the text "We Need Black Teachers." The main text states "Black students make up over 15% of the K-12 population." The background includes classroom settings with additional people.

Promotional poster for Black Teacher Appreciation Day, featuring a statistic from the Center for Black Educator Development that states students who have had Black teachers are 38% more likely to feel they belong at school.

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The Center for Black Educator Development @centerblacked.bsky.social · May 5

Happy #TeacherAppreciationWeek!

Join us to honor & uplift Black educators for #BlackTeacherAppreciationDay, Thursday, May 8th. Let's celebrate, support, & advocate for the mental, emotional, & professional well-being of Black teachers: thecenterblacked.org/we-need-blac...

#WeNeedBlackTeachers

Five individuals wearing "We Need Black Teachers" T-shirts pose for a photo during Black Teacher Appreciation Day, hosted by the Center for Black Educator Development.

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The Center for Black Educator Development @centerblacked.bsky.social · May 5

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Start your journey today at: www.fellowship.newleaders.org/landing-pages/cbed-napf

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Word In Black @wordinblacknews.bsky.social · May 5

Protecting teachers and schools is everyone’s duty, says Sharif El-Mekki of the Center for Black Educator Development. @centerblacked.bsky.social "Our children are depending on us to show up and to act." #teacherappreciationweek wordinblack.com/2025/05/5-th...

5 Things You Can Do to Support Public Education Today

Sharif El-Mekki of the Center for Black Educator Development says protecting schools is everyone’s duty, and he has a roadmap for doing it.

wordinblack.com

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