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House Majority Whip James Clyburn (D*8.C.)
By Rachel Frazin Julian Castro said they sup-
TheHill port giving repafationsto
black Americans who were
House Majority Whip affected by slavery. Sen.
James Clyburn (D-S.C.) Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.), who
said that he takes issue with is also running for the Dem-
using reparations to lessen ocratic nomination, said he
racial inequality, as 2020 opposes the idea,
candidates have come out in The support for repara-
favor of the idea. The Post tions among major candi-
and Courier reported Tues- dates indicates a leftward
day. shift since 2016. In that
Clyburn, the highest election, nominee Hillary
ranking African-American Clinton did not express sup-
congressman . told the news- port for reparations. Former
paper he thinks "pure repa- President Barack Obama
rations would be impossible also did not promote the
to implement.” idea.
He also said he was op- Black voters are expected
posed to "opportunity to be a key demographic in
zones," an idea promoted by the Democratic primary and
Sen.Tim Scott (R-S.C.). He the crowded field of candi-
told the Post and Courier dates are likely to fight hard
that this concept, giving tax to win black votes,
incentives to developers
who work in low-income
neighborhoods, "smoke and
mirrors.”
Sanders and former Vice
President Joe Biden, who
has not announced a 2020
bid, appear to be leading the
The Hill has reached out field in recent polls. Harris
to Clyburn's office for com- placed thirdin a poll re-
ment. leased Tuesday.
Sens. Kamala Harris (D- House Speaker Nancy
Calif.) and Elizabeth War- Pelosi said on Wednesday
ren (D-Mass.), as well as that she supports studying
former Housing and Urban the issue of reparations for
Development Secretary slavery.
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Sometimes decisions made of convenience and cost savings fail to take into consider-
ation larger concerns. That is how the potential merger of the Greenwood Cultural Cen-
ter and the John Hope Franklin Center should be viewed.
The planned merger only makes sense to well-meaning benefactors. However, to as-
sume the two groups have the same mission is off-the-mark. This goes down more like
an accounting decision or cost saving measure and not an effort to further the goals of the
noble agencies. We worry the original missions of the groups could suffer or lose focus.
We believe they are so different it is possible they will be lessened or corrupted.
John Hope Franklin’s Center promotes reconciliation and the Greenwood Cultural
Center works to preserve African American history. Both are noble missions but very dif-
ferent. Under a new merger, can we be sure the same energy and time will be applied as
before? We fear it is risking too much.
We understand the mutual boards have been meeting weekly to work out the details.
We hope there is a good outcome and while moving into the future they never forget the
foundation on which they both started.
U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar has had an eventful first couple of months as the first Muslim
female congressman. Part of the young class of hopeful females elected to the 2018 con-
gress, she has stood out from a list of leaders. However, she has caught a lot of trouble
over her remarks questioning Jewish groups and the influence ol money. For that she was
called anti-Semitic. She apologized but later made comments about what country some
Jewish people worked for. This was taken as casting doubt on the patriotism of Ameri-
can Jews. Pretty provocative statements however they truly pale for what is said by the
President and what is said on Fox news daily. Is it fair?
The House of Representatives are pushing a resolution condemning hate speech and
it is largely seen as an indirect jab at Omar. Her comments were pointed and could be
compared to comments made by religious bigots who hate Jews. Omar said she now
knows the difference between policy and anti-Jewish remarks.
She has received support from Senators Bernie Sanders. Kamala Harris and Elizabeth
Warren. Their support also is built around concerns for Omar’s safety. The trio does not
support any form of hate speech from anyone, however, they believe discussion on Amer-
ican support for Israel did not mean they didn’t also believe in a two-state solution.
What is certain is that there should not be any condemnation for Omar unless the pa-
rade of male political leaders headed by Trump are also criticized for far worse behavior.
Be fair.
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hinder Black parents from being active in their child’s
happenings within the school. This could be a simple, easy ther. parent involvement weighs heavily on children’s per-
academic career. Nevertheless, for the sake of maximum
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ing to education professionals or fear of seeming incompe-
tent, being the sole provider in the household with work
SHARONICA NELSON, Ed.D. Professor, Profes-
sional Education Consultant, Author
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Regardless, of the age or grade of a parent's child, par-
their academic spaces for better performance, even in mid
die school and beyond.
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tion pertaining to their classroom. This information may ents to become engaged. Parents must understand the
include due dates, skills and concepts to be covered, and
hours that conflict with school hours, and not knowing how materials needed for upcoming projects and assignments.
to approach school officials with proper questions specific
to individual child concerns.
These and many other nuisances keep Black parents
are actively engaged in their child’s schooling. ucational setting for accurate, current information con-
h is imperative that Black parents are not only involved ceming the child's school.
readily accessible on the school system website. It is ulti-
mately up to the parents to stay abreast of report cards and
ved in their Child’s schools, the child tends to perform not wait until the last grading quarter to show concern over
grades. It’s too late then.
3. Email teachers. Email is a quick form of communica-
tion that most people use directly from their phones. Most
^Although parental engagement has a strong correlation teachers use emails frequently. Make use of this to maintain
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Demystifying student Performance Via Parental Engagement
By Sharonica Nelson, Ed.D. but also engaged in their child’s schools. Parents must not
Eagle Guest Writer only be involved through participating in school-planned
functions, but they must also create their own spaces and
Once students reach middle school, parents often be- opportunities for active engagement to demystify student
come less engaged with their child’s academic environ- performance. There are many ways to do so. which include:
ment. They don't walk them in the school’s doors anymore, I . . - . .. . . „
for information on this. Frequently checking student grades
and holding them accountable for their grades can send
strong messages to students in terms of performance.
2. Know when reports cards are due. School systems
tery to parents. However, under Every Student Succeeds may send home a calendar with this information, they may
Act. there is a push for parents to be more involved with provide automated calls as a reminder, and the dates may be
academic environment of their child.
V Studies show that when parents are more actively in-
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Wpdrtant concept of discussion in terms of African Amer-
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to student academic performance and achievement, why is constant contact and communication with your child s
it that African American parents appe r disproportionately teacher. Most teachers prefer to hear from parents with con-
less engaged than parents of other races? cems of student progress and would happily engage to in- ents have a right to know about the current happenings ol
-. Studies have shown that there are many factors that may form parents concerning their children. the classroom and school. However, the school and parent
hinder Black parents from being active in their child’s 4. Check teacher webpages. Many teachers have web- relationship shouldn't be one sided with school doing all
schooling. Factors include lacking confidence when speak- pages that they frequently update with pertinent informa- of the work in terms of providing the opportunities for par-
portance of their involvement in their child's educational
trajectory, take the reins, and create their opportunities for
5. Create a parent network. Many parents may not have being actively involved.
the time or resources to be involved with the formal PTA Although, middle school is the time when most parents
(Parent Teacher Association). They may decide to create become less engaged in the child's school, it should be a
from approaching schools to be more active in their child’s social media groups that keep all parents abreast ot current time when parents maintain engagement. To demystify fur-
academic career. Nevertheless, for the sake of maximum happenings within the school. This could be a simple, easy ther. parent involvement weighs heavily on < hildren s per-
student success and potential. it is important that parents way to connect to other parents of students within same ed- formance. And simply put. children need to see parents in
- , 1. Use school system provided platforms to keep up with
they don’t communicate as often with teachers, and they grades.The school system may provide this service for free,
are less like to visit the school unless there is a special pro- and it may be associated with a special code or password
gram or sporting event after hours. This is especially true for log in. Parents should check with the school secretary
for African American parents.
As a former classroom teacher in an urban, predomi-
nantly Black school, I have first-hand knowledge of this.
During middle school, school becomes more or less a mys-
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