May 18 is Haitian Flag Day, which celebrates the creation of the Flag of Haiti and revolution in Haiti that got its people freedom from France and set the precedent for slave uprisings in the US. The day is celebrated each year on the 18th of May, which is the anniversary of the date of the flag's adoption in 1803. From https://www.blackpast.org/global-african-history/haitian-revolution-1791-1804/ 

In the wake of George Floyd’s killing, there have been calls for defunding police departments and demands for the removal of statues. The issue of reparations for slavery has also resurfaced, writes Marlene Daut, Professor of African Diaspora Studies, University of Virginia (https://www.theafricareport.com/32162/when-haiti-paid-france-for-freedom-the-greatest-heist-in-history/)

Janitors Get Organized in South Florida. A workforce largely composed of immigrants and women of color is fighting to organize a union after facing low wages, poor conditions and lax safety protections during the pandemic. (May 15, 2021 Michael Sainato  THE GUARDIAN (https://portside.org/2021-05-15/janitors-get-organized-south-florida)

Every parent wants the best education for their child. But even with the money available, how should parents who may be considering sending their children to private schools, know to make educated choices about what will be in their students’ best interests? The State Department of Education has a list of questions to be considered by parents that provide a stark contrast between some private schools and our public schools at http://www.fldoe.org/schools/school-choice/private-schools/choosing-a-private-school.stml