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Black Male Educators Alliance collaborates with educators and school leaders to create an environment where teachers and students are free to reach their genius—equity is prioritized, Restorative Practices serve as a foundation for learning, educators are supported—and ALL have a right to high-quality and equitable educational experiences.

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Fox 2 News Interview BMEA Ahead of Literacy and Math Workshop

BMEA would like to thank the team at Fox 2 Detroit and Jay Towers for having us on this morning! Chris Waston, Chief of Staff at BMEA, and Michael Payne, Managing Director of Programs and Partnerships at BMEA, joined Jay to discuss our upcoming workshop, “Let’s Get to Work! | Advancing Literacy and Math in Our Community” that took place on November 9th.

BMEA on Channel 7 News WXYZ – The Decline of Black Male Teachers and the Reasons Why

7 News Detroit interviews members of BMEA to shed light on the decline in the number of Black male teachers in Michigan and nationally.

Ryan Marshall interviewed BMEA CEO Dr. Curtis L. Lewis and Chief of Staff, Chris Waston, along with BMEA teacher Mr. Juan Wise, and BMEA school leader partner, Mrs. Kyra White from University Prep Academy Ellen Thompson.

WDIV Gives Recap of BMEA’s Literacy and Math Workshop

Huge thank you to WDIV – Channel 4 and reporter Victor Williams for coming out to cover “Let’s Get to Work! | Advancing Literacy and Math in Our Community”! It was an inspiring day with over 100 parents, teachers, school leaders, and community members who joined us to make a real impact. ⁠