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Episode 11: We Are Not An Elective
Welcome Back, Disruptor, to Season 2 of The Liberation Lab Podcast, hosted by Bobby Morgan.
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In this episode, Bobby sits down with Dawnavyn James. Dawnavyn M. James is an early childhood, elementary, and Black history educator and researcher from Kansas City, MO. She has given presentations and led workshops promoting Black history teaching in early childhood and elementary classrooms. Through consulting, Dawnavyn has supported teachers in numerous school districts as they work to teach Black history year-round through the use of picture books. She believes that picture books centering Black history are one of the most significant ways to bring Black histories into the classroom. She has taught students from kindergarten to fifth grade in Columbia, Missouri, but her favorite years of teaching were her three years with kindergartners. She received her teaching degree from Stephens College, is pursuing her Ph.D. at the University at Buffalo, and is a fellow at the Center for K-12 Black History and Racial Literacy Education. Dawnavyn is also the founder of The Black History Club. This organization empowers and equips teachers and students with information and resources to benefit themselves, their families, and the community through engaging with Black histories.
Dawnavyn James believes Black history shouldn't be relegated to the month of February. In her groundbreaking book, Beyond February: Teaching Black History Any Day, Every Day, and All Year Long, K-3, she provides a practical guide for elementary educators who seek to teach history in truthful and meaningful ways that help young students understand the past, the present, and the world around them.
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Connect with Dawnavyn here: Instagram | Buy Her Book
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About This Podcast:
As a school improvement consultant, Bobby advocates for culturally responsive teaching, restorative practices, and social justice education. Bobby fosters spaces where educators can ignite their personal and professional growth potential.
Each week, we explore powerful stories, insightful interviews, and actionable strategies that empower educators to become disruptors in the world of education. We believe that true healing and positive change start within ourselves.
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About Liberation Lab:
Become the school your community needs. Break free from the failing one-size-fits-all approach to education. We'll create a tailored professional development plan that meets your staff's needs. Boost teacher morale, ignite their passion, and witness improved student outcomes. Let's disrupt together!
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🔗: Services | Book A Discovery Consultation
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By Bobby MorganWelcome Back, Disruptor, to Season 2 of The Liberation Lab Podcast, hosted by Bobby Morgan.
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In this episode, Bobby sits down with Dawnavyn James. Dawnavyn M. James is an early childhood, elementary, and Black history educator and researcher from Kansas City, MO. She has given presentations and led workshops promoting Black history teaching in early childhood and elementary classrooms. Through consulting, Dawnavyn has supported teachers in numerous school districts as they work to teach Black history year-round through the use of picture books. She believes that picture books centering Black history are one of the most significant ways to bring Black histories into the classroom. She has taught students from kindergarten to fifth grade in Columbia, Missouri, but her favorite years of teaching were her three years with kindergartners. She received her teaching degree from Stephens College, is pursuing her Ph.D. at the University at Buffalo, and is a fellow at the Center for K-12 Black History and Racial Literacy Education. Dawnavyn is also the founder of The Black History Club. This organization empowers and equips teachers and students with information and resources to benefit themselves, their families, and the community through engaging with Black histories.
Dawnavyn James believes Black history shouldn't be relegated to the month of February. In her groundbreaking book, Beyond February: Teaching Black History Any Day, Every Day, and All Year Long, K-3, she provides a practical guide for elementary educators who seek to teach history in truthful and meaningful ways that help young students understand the past, the present, and the world around them.
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Connect with Dawnavyn here: Instagram | Buy Her Book
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About This Podcast:
As a school improvement consultant, Bobby advocates for culturally responsive teaching, restorative practices, and social justice education. Bobby fosters spaces where educators can ignite their personal and professional growth potential.
Each week, we explore powerful stories, insightful interviews, and actionable strategies that empower educators to become disruptors in the world of education. We believe that true healing and positive change start within ourselves.
__
About Liberation Lab:
Become the school your community needs. Break free from the failing one-size-fits-all approach to education. We'll create a tailored professional development plan that meets your staff's needs. Boost teacher morale, ignite their passion, and witness improved student outcomes. Let's disrupt together!
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🔗: Services | Book A Discovery Consultation