By the time your child is in third-grade it is essential they know how to read well. This is a point in a child’s life when they are no longer taught by their teachers to read but are expected to read on their own and every assignment requires reading.

A 2015 NBC News poll revealed that 72% of African American parents feel that their kids will face more problems growing up than they did when they were children. Not much has changed.

What do the world’s biggest companies, including Amazon, Facebook, and Apple all have in common? They are all STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) driven companies. STEM careers and businesses are the fastest growing in the United States. On top of that STEM careers pay twice as much as non-STEM professions. However, Black people comprise […]

Congratulations! You got a new job. You’re expecting new income but yet you don’t feel like celebrating as much as you should. Why not? Because now that you’ve accepted the new position with higher pay, your responsibilities have increased on the job. Typically, that means longer hours or being much more accessible than you were […]

If you have children going off to college or just left, check out this episode of our BackTalk podcast for some words of wisdom for your new college student to live by and to stay safe. Author, Dr. Froswa Booker Drew shares with us her last-minute lessons for her college-bound daughter before she left home. […]

Discover our Essential Guide for parents of 1st and 2nd graders. Learn key strategies to support your child’s education and development, and ensure they thrive in these foundational years.