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In this episode of the Teachers Forum, LaQuinda Johnson shares her transformative journey in education, from her early influences and teaching experiences in Miami and Atlanta to her decision to leave the classroom and start Lady Quinn Enterprise. She discusses the challenges and rewards of teaching in diverse environments, the importance of building relationships with students and parents, and the rise of homeschooling among Black families, particularly during the pandemic. LaQuinda also elaborates on her own homeschooling experience with her daughter and the formation of a co-op that focuses on culturally relevant education. In this conversation, LaQuinda Johnson discusses her experiences as a homeschooling mom and entrepreneur, emphasizing the flexibility that homeschooling provides. She addresses the challenges of balancing her entrepreneurial responsibilities with her role as a mother and educator. LaQuinda also highlights the importance of socialization for homeschooled children, the benefits of homeschooling for children with disabilities, and the growing trend of African American families choosing to homeschool. She shares insights on the resources available for homeschooling families and discusses her own educational enterprise, Lady Quinn Enterprises, which offers various educational services.

To reach Laquinda and learn more about company you can email her at
laquinda@ladiquinenterprise.com or visit her website at https://ladiquinenterprise.com/

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This is a rebroadcast of one of the most popular episodes from last season, timed to coincide with this week’s annual NAIS People of Color Conference (POCC) in Denver, Colorado. Many listeners felt this episode should be mandatory listening for those attending POCC for the first time.

Join David and his distinguished guests—Bobby Edwards, Jacqui Pelzer, and Jana Dorsey—as they delve into the history, impact, and mission of the National Association of Independent Schools’ annual POCC. From its beginnings in 1986 with fewer than 200 participants to its evolution into a transformative gathering of over 9,000 educators, this episode explores the conference's growth and the creation of the Student Diversity Leadership Conference (SDLC).

We discuss the vital role of POCC in fostering safe spaces for BIPOC educators, its significance in promoting equity and belonging, and the resilience required to uphold its mission amidst the challenges and attacks on DEI and on the conference itself.

Tune in for a powerful and timely conversation about one of education’s most impactful conferences.

For more information on this year's POCC checkout the link below
https://nais.org/pocc/

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In this episode of the Teachers Forum, David engages with three distinguished educators—Sara Rich Merlo, Jamie Lathan, and Matt Scialdone—who are dedicated to teaching American history, particularly the often-overlooked narratives from the Jim Crow South. The conversation discusses the Civil Rights Restorative Justice Project and the work they're doing to address the "harms resulting from the massive breakdown in law enforcement in the South from 1930 through 1970." The panel also discusses the importance of confronting hard histories, the role of restorative justice in education, and the necessity of honoring the victims of racial injustice through thoughtful teaching practices and community engagement. In this conversation, Sara, Jamie and Matt delve into the importance of humanizing historical narratives, particularly those involving systemic injustice and police violence. They share personal stories and teaching strategies that connect past events to present realities, emphasizing the role of primary sources in education. The discussion highlights the courage required to teach difficult histories and the profound impact this work has on students' understanding of their own identities and communities.

For more on Civil Rights Restorative Justice Project visit their website at https://crrj.org/
You can reach Sara Merlo sara.rich.merlo@gmail.com
Matt Scialdone: Waketruth.org or email him at: mscialdone@wcpss.net
Jamie Lathan: jamielathan@gmail.com

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