March 24, 2023 Critical Race Theory (CRT) has become a “hot topic” in Arizona and nationwide because critics claim K-12 teachers are integrating this into curricula. Yet, CRT is a high-level theoretical framework taught mostly in graduate-level and law courses within postsecondary institutions, not in K-12 classrooms. Moreover, many CRT opponents make the inaccurate claim that CRT is synonymous with culturally relevant curriculum and pedagogy. Current […]
February 15, 2023 – Arizona Alliance of Black School Educators (AzABSE) Statement Against the Expansion of the Empowerment Scholarship Account in Arizona: We Support Education Excellence for ALL Children Introduction Arizona has one of the most open school choice environments and one of the lowest funded education systems in the United States. These two factors have significant negative implications for Arizona’s children and their families, especially […]
April 2, 2020 – Dear Superintendent Hoffman and Governor Ducey: During this trying time to determine the best efforts to support the learning process of students who are out of school for the remainder of the year, the Arizona Alliance of Black School Educators (AzABSE) is seeking ways to support families and children. As we know, it is crucial we continue our efforts to reduce the […]
June 2, 2020 – At the core of the Arizona Alliance of Black School Educators (AzABSE) mission and vision is the responsibility to share and improve educational opportunities and achievement in the African American Community. Educational Equality for All The current state of Black Educators in the United States continues to reflect disparaging numbers. Statewide data shows that educators of color are still facing injustices and […]