As many of you are aware, Derek Chauvin was found guilty of the murder of George Floyd by a Minnesota jury Tuesday evening. While this verdict is a significant step in ensuring accountability, we must continue…
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I have been operating this week in a fog. A fog of anger, frustration, confusion, and sheer exhaustion with another Black person needlessly killed at the hands of a police officer.
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Over the past year, our Asian, Asian American, and Pacific Islander communities have experienced a rise in hate and violence. The COVID-19 pandemic has presented a dual crisis of racism and xenophobia, however, this kind of behavior toward the Asian community has long historical roots in the United States.
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Juneteenth is a holiday celebrated on June 19th that commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. While not yet a national holiday, it is officially recognized in 47 States, including Pennsylvania.
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Building authentic relationships with our diverse students is an essential part of education not only for our students but also for our ECS staff. Forming positive relationships with students is a precursor to our children beginning their learning journey. When instructors have solid relationships with students, they enable and empower them.
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Education. Empowerment. Dignity. Unity. These are the four pillars of the Black Student Union (BSU), and these four simple words serve as a way of life and encouragement that project far beyond the halls of the Environmental Charter School (ECS).
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