From Reconstruction to Afro-Futurism: Educators Get Ready for Black Lives Matter at School Week of Action

On Saturday, January 20, hundreds of educators gathered virtually to prepare for the 2024 National Black Lives Matter at School Week of Action (February 5–9). The fair opened with a welcome from Keesha Ceran, deputy director of Teaching for Change. She introduced national Black Lives Matter at School organizer Sam Carwyn, who shared the updated Black Lives Matter at School curriculum and insights into the Week of Action. The momentum continued with Vanessa Williams, the program manager for D.C. Area Educators for Social Justice (DCAESJ), delving into the many Black Lives Matter at School resources and teaching stories provided by Teaching for Change at the DCAESJ website. Williams also provided a sneak peek into the D.C. area’s plans for the upcoming Week of Action, setting the stage for an inspiring and collaborative educational event.