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Black Lives Matter at School Week
February 6, 2023 - February 10, 2023
Black Lives Matter at School is a national coalition organizing for racial justice in education. We encourage all educators, students, parents, unions, and community organizations to join our annual week of action during the first week of February each year. The goal of Black Lives Matter at School is to continue the ongoing movement of critical reflection and honest conversation and impactful actions in school communities.
Since 2016, thousands of educators nationwide have shown solidarity in their pursuit for equity in education. Over the years, they’ve held teach-ins, presented age-appropriate racial justice curriculum, and organized with community members.
THEMES FOR THE WEEK
Research shows that all students benefit when they’re taught a complete and honest account of history. And for educators who may not know where to start, Black Lives Matter at School offers guidance throughout the week. Here’s a breakdown of what’s to come:
MONDAY: Write Night with Free Minds Book Club
Writing workshop exploring the poetry of incarcerated youth, as part of our commitment to attend to systems and networks of care to make the domination, erasure, and dehumanization of Black life obsolete. Registration Link
TUESDAY: Celebrating Globalism and Collective Value Panel
Speakers from different countries will talk about the importance of valuing Black life and how it relates to us collectively, building authentic partnerships with all who support creating equitable school communities across the nation and around the globe. Registration Link
WEDNESDAY: HBCU (Historically Black College and University) Fair Youth Support
Learn a bit about the unapologetically Black history of Historically Black Colleges and Universities and currently what they offer from students. Registration Link
THURSDAY: Imagination Lab Listening Project
A collective imagination exercise in which we open-heartedly dream up safe schools, communities, and futures. Registration Link
Optional Pre-Reading: A Grassroots-Driven Quality of Life Platform ( Full | 2 pager )
FRIDAY: Black Joy Party Connection Space
A space to be your authentic self, celebrate, and be in community! To collectively love and care for one another as extended intergenerational families. Registration Link
