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When Dr. Marcus Croom says that USA schooling should support the development of this includes . Anyone can be anti-Black. Anyone can be post-White. Racial literacies for all.

Mother speaks out after daughter was targeted for ‘mock slave auction’ | CNN Six Massachusetts middle school students were charged after a racial online bullying incident where they created a “mock slave auction” on a group chat, according to authorities. CNN’s Laura Coates speaks with mother of one of the students involved in the incident.

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Christian minister and civil rights leader, rebuked the United States when he declared, “All we say to America is to be true to what you said on paper” (Croom, 2020, p. 389)

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Habari gani?

Can you list all 7 principles of Kwanzaa?

The “Nguzo Saba” or as it translates from Swahili to English, “The Seven Principles of Kwanzaa,” is a value system and set of principles which outline the mission statement and intentions of Kwanzaa. From December 26 to January 1, a different principle is celebrated each day, highlighting African-centered themes and traditions.

The Nguzo Saba are listed as:

🔴 Umoja (Unity)
⚫ Kujichagulia (Self-Determination)
🟢 Ujima (Collective Work and Responsibility)
🔴 Ujamaa (Cooperative economics)
⚫ Nia (purpose)
🟢 Kuumba (creativity)
🔴 Imani (faith)

During Kwanzaa someone will informally ask, “Habari Gani?” or “What's happening?” in Swahili throughout the day. Someone will respond with the principle for the day, which today is “Umoja” which translates into English as “Unity”.

To learn more about Kwanzaa’s history, cultural expressions, and to find fun activities for new families & children, as well as more information on the 7 principles, join our virtual Kwanzaa celebration: nmaahc.si.edu/kwanzaa

📸 Pinback button celebrating the seven principles of Kwanzaa. Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture

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Educators Marcus Croom, Ph.D. and Marella Croom, M.Ed. discuss why even "better off" Black parents should still have an active role in their Black child(ren)'s education, and how to become better advocates for their kids with educators.

🚨New Publication Alert🚨 Marcus Croom, Ph.D. and Marella Croom, M.Ed. have co-authored an article for this Education Issue titled "No Days Off: Advocating for Our Black Children as 'Better Off' Black Parents in America". Their incisive new publication is available exclusively in The ENVOY Guide.

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“Anyone can be anti-Black. Anyone can be post-White. Racial literacies for all.” —Dr. Marcus Croom
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Jackson’s dissent, which she did not read from the bench, responds to what she called Thomas’s “prolonged attack.”
“With let-them-eat-cake obliviousness, today, the majority pulls the ripcord and announces ‘colorblindness for all’ by legal fiat,” Jackson wrote. “But deeming race irrelevant in law does not make it so in life.”

Supreme Court restricts race-based affirmative action in college admissions Landmark cases involving Harvard and the University of North Carolina asked the Supreme Court to ban affirmative action, or using race in college admissions.

Yesterday afternoon, Dr. Marcus Croom provided the closing keynote of the 2023 Social Justice Summer Camp for Educators at Northern Illinois University. Last night, he tweeted: “I’m still out having a great time tonight with the participants….”

Often, Black History Month is the time—perhaps the first time—educators and students really learn America’s history. Additionally, many U.S. schools have not created year-round opportunities to learn about African American history, culture, and experiences. So, in 2020 make the most of this annual treasure: Celebrate Black History Month!

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Today’s session with Dr. Tara Blackshear, Dr. Langston Clark, and Dr. Marcus Croom at was great! Stay tuned for the podcast of this book discussion.

Coming up next week at in Austin! Hope you will be there with , , and

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Have you checked out Dr. Croom’s conversation with Mariam Sobh from on ?

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Race, Racism, and Politics in American Schools How do we have conversations about race, racism and politics in the classroom? Today we spend the hour with Marcus Croom from Indiana University to talk about the 'Real Talk' protocol he came up with to answer that question.

With appreciation from Dr. Croom:

“Another printing of my first book arrived today. I’m inexplicably for all the love and support that each of you shown me this year, professionally and personally. Thank you so much! Keep watching here for what’s coming next in 2022. ”

Join Dr. Croom! https://www.wfyi.org/events/real-talk-virtual-event

Real Talk? Virtual Event Join the Indiana State Teachers Association (ISTA) and WFYI Public Media for “Real Talk: How to Have Conversations about Public Issues in the Classroom.”

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Marcus Croom participated in today’s unforgettable inauguration of Pamela Whitten as 19th President of Indiana University. He stated, “I am also honored to share this moment with Charlie Nelms, an historic university leader of HBCUs and at IU.”

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Dr. Croom had a great session at the International Society for the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (ISSOTL). Thanks to each person who joined his workshop today! Check out the video of this workshop in if you missed it: https://app.canapii.com/e/issotl2021-sustainable-education-through-sotl-practices-and-cultures/session/session-bcbcfe19-9c0d-45d5-a5c3-36e4019eb608

"Race and racism may be hot button topics in schools, but how can teachers start those conversations? A new book from Marcus Croom aims to provide support to educators as they have those important discussions."

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Book provides reasons and support for educators to discuss race Discussions around race and racism may be hot button topics in schools across America – but that doesn’t make the conversation any less imperative. Now a new book from IU School of Education faculty member Marcus Croom aims to make those conversations easier and provide support to teachers as th...

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Here's another example of why it's urgent for American society and schools to support educators who want to have a real talk about public issues like race, racism, and politics in school:

But school districts should explain why they’re focused on diversity “sooner rather than later,” before the backlash begins, said Keffrelyn Brown, a professor and co-founder of the Center for Innovation in Race, Teaching, and Curriculum at the University of Texas at Austin.

“If you really want to have unity and a sort of strong community that works together, you can’t do that by erasing difference, because to erase difference is to erase who people are,” she said. “You can’t ask people to give up who they are. We have to find ways to talk to one another.”
https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/schools-facing-critical-race-theory-battles-are-diversifying-rapidly-analysis-n1278834?fbclid=IwAR1uLLLaastxWtH2WAC1gOXY42ii5AG_CJAAl3UFlwAY5nSUy3NHbmIe6y0

Book available now: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B096YPZ7NC/

Real Talk?: How to Discuss Race, Racism, and Politics in 21st Century American Schools (Classroom to Community Support Series) Real Talk?: How to Discuss Race, Racism, and Politics in 21st Century American Schools (Classroom to Community Support Series)