Darius White
Gone to Ghana: no major revelations, just big reflections...
What did African male educators teach this "African-American" educator?
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Darius White
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Just Black Vision-Boarding: why (all) teachers need vision boards
What is the power of a vision board?What is social impact without sustainability? What is "vocation" without vision?
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Darius White
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The Joys & Killjoys of 2022-23: drama, transitions, babies
How would a Black male educator define and identify "joy" in 2023? What's the difference between happiness and joy?
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Darius White
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What is "joy" for a Black Male Teacher?: the joys & killjoys of 2021-22
What events brought you into a state of joy this year? What were potential threats or deterrents to your joy?
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Darius White
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The Souls of Black Teachers: I want my soul back...(part 1)
What is a soul? Do teachers have souls? Where are souls living, left, or lost inside and outside of the classroom?
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Darius White
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Watch Yo' Mouth/Talk Yo' Sh*t: over 20 lessons learned about having tough conversations in class
Exactly how do you navigate and facilitate hard conversations in the classroom? Here are some lessons I have learned while on the job.
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Darius White
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Professional Malpractice: f*ckups, failures, foolishness
How can we teachers learn from our mistakes? Ever wondered why some students are not your biggest fans?
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Darius White
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Full Circle: 6 memorable quotes from my first year TEACHING in private school
You won't believe the things I heard while teaching in private school. Minority teachers, tell me if I'm lying.
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Darius White
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Private School Quotables pt#3: back to school edition (micro-aggressions & micro-healing)
While we adults know our young people may not openly share, how can we support them through moments of "micro-aggression" and maltreatment?
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Darius White
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Into the Darkness: the introduction
Another late night, in front of my bright laptop screen. Type it, delete. Type it, delete. That line wasn’t bad; delete. It’s that time...
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Darius White
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The Children Froze by Nicole Jocleen
You’re going to say, “the dog is not going to bite you.”
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Darius White
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Our Body of Work
What will you do with that "fancy" private school education of yours?
What will your body of work be when it's all said and done?
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Darius White
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$500 Writing Contest Jan 2023: why black male educators (YBME)?
Wanna win $500?
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Darius White
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Just Black Content Creators: why read this blog?
What the hell is this blog? Who should be reading this blog? Who cares about Black educators?
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Darius White
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REST or DIE: what is "rest" for a Black male teacher?
Do you want to rest in peace? Why is rest important for sustainability and growth in the teaching profession?
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Darius White
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Scholarship Essay: "they don't value education"
What does it mean to be a Black male educator? Why don't you see that many Black men in classrooms?
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