Debi Thomas 1st Black to win winter Olympic medal February 27, 1988 Figure skater Debi Thomas becomes the first African American to win a medal (bronze) at the winter Olympic Games. Anna Julia Cooper passes February 27, 1964 Anna Julia Cooper, champion for the rights of black women, dies at the ageContinue reading Today in Black History – 02.27
31 Days until 31: Birthday Bookdrive
Last year for my birthday I did something very different. Instead of throwing a big party for my 30th birthday I did something for my students, who I love oh so much. For my birthday last year I had a 30th Birthday – Book Fundraiser. I raised money for my birthday to help my students. Continue reading 31 Days until 31: Birthday Bookdrive
It’s ALMOST time….Back to School!
I’m already thinking about the new school year. Mind you I have (looks at calendar) about another week before I have to return to my classroom. Yes, teachers in my district have to return to the school building on July 27th and the children will be back for the first day of school on AugustContinue reading It’s ALMOST time….Back to School!