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Counseling: Tips on How to Discuss College Options with Your Students
We're excited to invite you to our series of free webinars designed for anyone involved in guiding high school students about their college options. Whether or not you're part of these diverse communities, these sessions will provide you with valuable tips and advice on how to expose your students to a wide range of…
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Lifelong Impact: Building the Future with Black Educators
Why do Black teachers matter? The answer isn’t just about representation—it’s about transformation. On Thursday morning, the plenary session “Lifelong Impact: Recruiting, Training, and Retaining Black Educators for the Future”promises to be an unmissable deep dive into the challenges and opportunities shaping the next…
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Unveiling the Triumphs of Black Education: A Powerful Conference Opening Event
What does it mean to witness education as a force of liberation, identity, and resilience? On Wednesday afternoon, the conference kicks off with a dynamic and thought-provoking session, “School Clothes: A Collective Memoir of Black Student Witness,” that will leave you inspired and eager to learn more. At the heart of this…
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Celebrating Native American Heritage Month: Essential Resources for Educators
November is Native American Heritage Month, a time to honor and celebrate the rich cultures, histories, and contributions of Native Americans. For educators, this month presents a unique opportunity to enrich curriculum and provide students with a deeper understanding of Native American heritage. History and Significance…
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The Importance of Preserving Languages: A NASAI Perspective
Language is more than just a means of communication; it is a vital part of cultural identity and heritage. For Native American communities, preserving their languages is crucial for maintaining their cultural legacy and ensuring the survival of their traditions. The Native American Student Advocacy Institute (NASAI)…
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What Does “A Dream Deferred” Mean to College Board? A History of How This Conference Came to Be
The phrase “A Dream Deferred” resonates deeply within the College Board community, symbolizing the collective aspirations and the relentless pursuit of progress. But what does it truly mean, and how did this powerful concept evolve into the cornerstone of our annual conference? The Origin of “A Dream Deferred” The term “A…
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Honoring Veterans Day Through Education: A Tribute to Service and Learning
Veterans Day, observed annually on November 11, is a time to honor the brave individuals who have served in the United States Armed Forces. This day of remembrance provides a unique opportunity for educators to integrate lessons of service, sacrifice, and patriotism into their curriculum. By doing so, we not only pay…
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Miniseries: How HBCUs Are Strengthening America’s Black Teacher Pipeline
Historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) have long been pillars of education and empowerment within the Black community. Recently, their role in shaping the future of America’s teaching workforce has gained renewed attention. A recent article from The74 highlights how HBCUs are becoming crucial incubators for…
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Searching for the Next Steps in Your Education Can Be Scary!
🎃 Exploring the next steps in education can be daunting for students, but as professional counselors, you play a crucial role in guiding them through this journey. Here are some valuable resources from the College Board to assist you in supporting your students’ educational and career planning: Career Exploration with…
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From Farmworker to Astronaut: My Path to the Stars by Jose M. Hernandez
Ten-year-old Jose M. Hernandez watched the Apollo 17 moonwalks on his family s black and white television in 1972 and knew what he wanted to be when he grew up: an astronaut. Later that night he told his father and was surprised when his dad said, You can do this, m'ijo! Mr. Hernandez told his son that if he really wanted…
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December 2024 Newsletter
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A Conversation with Joel Truesdell: Hawaiian Culture-Based Educator & Advocate
Joel Truesdell is the Former Hawaiian Culture Based Chemistry Teacher at Kamehameha Schools in Hawaii and Chair of the 2025 Native American Advocacy Institute (NASAI) National Advisory Committee Introduction Joel is a retired educator whose unique approach to teaching seamlessly weaves Hawaiian culture and place-based…
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Empowering Career Pathways: A Collaborative Approach by UnidosUS and the National Urban League
In today's fast-changing job landscape, the National Urban League (NUL) and UnidosUS are working together to create equitable career pathways for students from traditionally underserved communities. Both organizations believe that career navigation isn’t solely about job placement but involves building skills, confidence,…
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A Cage Went in Search of a Bird
About A Cage Went in Search of a Bird What happens when Kafka’s idiosyncratic imagination meets some of the greatest literary minds writing in English across the globe today? Find out in this anthology of brand-new Kafka-inspired short stories by prizewinning, bestselling writers. Franz Kafka is widely regarded as one of…
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Wandering Stars: A novel by Tommy Orange
NAMED A BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR SO FAR FOR 2024 BY THE NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW "For the sake of knowing, of understanding, Wandering Stars blew my heart into a thousand pieces and put it all back together again. This is a masterwork that will not be forgotten, a masterwork that will forever be part of you.” —Morgan Talty,…
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The Sioux Chef's Indigenous Kitchen by Sean Sherman and Beth Dooley
2018 James Beard Award Winner: Best American Cookbook Named one of the Best Cookbooks of 2017 by NPR, The Village Voice, Smithsonian Magazine, UPROXX, New York Magazine, San Francisco Chronicle, Mpls. St. PaulMagazine and others Here is real food—our indigenous American fruits and vegetables, the wild and foraged…
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Reaching for the Stars: The Inspiring Story of a Migrant Farmworker Turned Astronaut
The book the new film A Million Miles Away is based on. Born into a family of migrant workers, toiling in the fields by the age of six, Jose M. Hernàndez dreamed of traveling through the night skies on a rocket ship. Reaching for the Stars is the inspiring story of how he realized that dream, becoming the first…
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World Mental Health Day - Check-In
World Mental Health Day, observed on October 10th each year, is a global initiative aimed at raising awareness about mental health issues and mobilizing efforts to support mental well-being. This day provides an opportunity for all stakeholders working on mental health issues to talk about their work and what more needs to…
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Advocacy and Access Communities Community Guidelines
We encourage members to: --Continue the conversations, learning and sharing after each of the Advocacy and Access conferences. The discourse does not have to stop at the conclusion of the events. --Enter this inclusive community where respect is the norm. We do not allow statements that are discriminatory in nature for…
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A Dangerously High Threshold for Pain by Imani Perry
Imani Perry's Audible Original A Dangerously High Threshold for Pain tells the dramatic story of her ongoing struggle with lupus―an autoimmune disease that attacks multiple organ systems―and what we can all learn from those who are grappling with chronic illness. It's a powerful and poetic story that evokes the works of…