Promotional image for the 2026 Black Men in Education Convening. Text includes "Early Bird Registration Now Open" and event details: November 13-15, 2026, at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Philadelphia, PA. The logo for the Center for Black Educator Development is featured at the top, and the BMEC Convening logo is at the bottom. Background includes images of event speakers and attendees.

BIG NEWS: The 9th Annual Black Men in Education Convening is returning to Philadelphia, and early bird registration is NOW open.

Join us for #BMEC2026, November 13–15, 2026.

Register today: https://thecenterblacked.org/bmec/

#WeNeedBlackTeachers

Freedom Schools Literacy Academy hiring flyer with text saying, "We are hiring high school students!" Includes images of individuals in a classroom setting. The flyer invites high school students to apply for roles focused on social change for summer 2026. Application deadline: April 17, 2026, at 11:59pm EST. Logo of the Center for Black Educator Development at the bottom.

Tell a high schooler you know: This is the last week to apply for roles in the Summer 2026 #FreedomSchoolsLiteracyAcademy in Philadelphia.

Apply by this Friday:
thecenterblacked.org/fsla-home/high-school-st...

#WeNeedBlackTeachers

The image is a recruitment poster titled "We Are Hiring College-Aged Individuals!" It features people interacting and clapping in a classroom setting. A text box states a deadline: "Apply By: April 17, 2026 at 11:59pm EST." The bottom left displays the logo for the Center for Black Educator Development.

Applications are open for ONE MORE WEEK:
We are hiring college students and college-aged individuals for Summer 2026 Freedom Schools Literacy Academy roles in Philadelphia and online.

Apply today by April 17th:
thecenterblacked.org/fsla-home/college-aged-i...

#WeNeedBlackTeachers

For our final Women's History Month spotlight, we're honored to share words from Aimée Eubanks Davis, CEO of Braven.

She has an impactful message for Black women and men who are considering a career in education.

#WomensHistoryMonth #WeNeedBlackTeachers

This image is a flyer for the Dr Pepper Go Teach Tuition Giveaway. It encourages nominations of student-athletes to receive $2,500 in tuition support. The deadline for nominations is extended to March 30th. Users are directed to visit bit.ly/goteach2026 for more information. The flyer includes logos for Dr Pepper, Go Teach, and the Center for Black Educator Development, with graphic elements like a graduation cap, calculator, light bulb, and whistle.

DEADLINE EXTENDED!

Dr. Pepper, in collaboration with the College Football Playoff Foundation and the Center, is awarding HBCU student-athletes who are committed to becoming teachers upon graduation.

HBCUs, be sure to submit nominations by March 30: http://bit.ly/goteach2026

#WeNeedBlackTeachers

This is a promotional poster for the Center for Black Educator Development, featuring a fireside chat titled "Mission and the Mantle of Black Educators." It includes a photo of Dr. Howard Fuller, Co-Founder of the Dr. Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy. The poster highlights collaboration with partners such as the Center for Racial Equity in Education (CREED) and mentions the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. The Zoom logo is also visible.

This image is a promotional flyer for a fireside chat featuring Sharif El-Mekki as the speaker. He is the CEO and Founder of The Center for Black Educator Development. The flyer includes the logos for the Center for Black Educator Development, UNC Charlotte, and CREED at the bottom. The background is a gradient from dark blue to purple.

This is a promotional poster for a "Fireside Chat" event titled "Mission and the Mantle of Black Educators," organized by the Center for Black Educator Development. It features a speaker named Dr. Crystal Johnson. The poster includes logos for Charlotte and the Center for Racial Equity in Education (CREED). The background is dark with light blue and white text.

This is an image of a flyer for an event called "Mission and the Mantle of Black Educators," hosted by the Center for Black Educator Development. The event is a fireside chat featuring Dr. James Ford, Executive Director of the Center for Racial Equity in Education (CREED). The flyer includes logos for the Center for Black Educator Development, CREED, and the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, with additional text about the event's partners.

Join us for an important conversation on March 23rd, in Charlotte, featuring Dr. Howard Fuller, Dr. Crystal Johnson, Sharif El-Mekki, and moderated by Dr. James Ford.
RSVP: www.eventbrite.com/e/mission-and-the-mantle...

#WeNeedBlackTeachers

The image is a promotional poster for Black Teacher Appreciation Day, organized by the National Black Teacher Pipeline Coalition and the Center for Black Educator Development. It announces the date as Thursday, May 7, 2026, with the hashtag #WeNeedBlackTeachers on a blue and purple gradient background.

Black Teacher Appreciation Day is on the horizon, and we want YOU to be part of it on May 7, 2026.

This day isn't just a celebration, it's a call to action.
Stay on the lookout for ways to participate!

Until then, join the conversation: #WeNeedBlackTeachers #ThankABlackTeacher

This image is a poster for the "WHM Spotlight" by the Center for Black Educator Development. It features a smiling individual in professional attire, identified as Dr. Tahira Dupree Chase, Superintendent of Schools for the Westbury Union Free School District.

The image features a quote celebrating Women's History Month by Dr. Tahira Dupree Chase. The background is a gradient of blue and purple, featuring the logo of the Center for Black Educator Development at the top.

This Women's History Month, we're spotlighting Dr. Tahira DuPree Chase, Superintendent of Schools for the Westbury Union Free School District and podcast host.

Don't miss her advice: thecenterblacked.org/womens-history-month-spo...

#WeNeedBlackTeachers

This is a promotional flyer for an event titled "Mission and the Mantle of Black Educators," hosted by the Center for Black Educator Development. The event is scheduled for March 23, 2026, at UNC Center City in Charlotte, NC. Check-in opens at 5:30 pm, with the program starting at 6:30 pm. The flyer features photos of three speakers: Dr. Howard Fuller, Sharif El-Mekki, and Dr. Crystal Johnson, and one facilitator, James Ford. Logos of partnering organizations, including the Center for Black Educator Development, UNC Charlotte, and CREED, are at the bottom.

Join us March 23 in Charlotte for Mission and The Mantle of Black Educators, an evening honoring Black educators whose leadership and service have shaped the community: www.eventbrite.com/e/mission-and-the-mantle...

#WeNeedBlackTeachers

The image is a hiring announcement for the Freedom Schools Literacy Academy by the Center for Black Educator Development. The background shows a group of people outdoors, with one person speaking. Text details the job openings for teachers and professional educators, focusing on literacy skills and positive racial identity for scholars in the 2026 summer program. The application deadline is March 27, 2026, at 11:59 pm.

Help mentor the future and grow the #BlackTeacherPipeline!
Join the Center's #FreedomSchoolsLiteracyAcademy as a Coach this summer in Philadelphia or virtually.
Apply for Summer 2026; the deadline is March 27:
https://thecenterblacked.org/fsla-home/educators/

#WeNeedBlackTeachers

Sharif El-Mekki of @centerblacked.bsky.social  discusses the “trifecta” so many Black male educators carry: what they experienced as students, what they face as professionals, and the daily choice to protect kids anyway.

❗Watch the full conversation on #UMME.
#WeNeedBlackTeachers #Education #SEL

Poster for Netroots Nation featuring "Vote for our 2026 Panel" and the title "250 Years Later: Rebuilding the Black Teacher Pipeline for Democracy." Includes the Center for Black Educator Development logo.

Vote for our @netrootsnation.bsky.social session: “250 Years Later: Rebuilding the Black Teacher Pipeline for Democracy.”

netrootsnation.secure-platform.com/nn26/gallery/rounds/8201...

#WeNeedBlackTeachers #NetrootsNation #BlackTeacherPipeline

Sharif El-Mekki of @centerblacked.bsky.socialand I discuss the “trifecta” so many Black male educators carry: what they experienced as students, what they face as professionals, and the daily choice to protect kids anyway.

❗Watch the full conversation on #UMME.
#WeNeedBlackTeachers #Education #SEL

A promotional flyer for the Go Teach Dr Pepper Tuition Giveaway. The flyer invites nominations for student-athletes to receive $2,500 in tuition support. It encourages submissions by March 16th via bit.ly/goteach2026. The flyer features logos for Go Teach, Dr Pepper, and the Center for Black Educator Development with outlined sports graphics.

Calling all HBCUs!

Dr. Pepper, in collaboration with The College Football Playoff Foundation's Go Teach initiative and CBED, is awarding HBCU student-athletes who are committed to becoming teachers upon graduation.

Nominate student-athletes: http://bit.ly/goteach2026

#GoTeach #WeNeedBlackTeachers

This is a promotional poster for an event titled "Remembering, Honoring, Multiplying the Black Educator Pipeline" on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, from 4:00-8:00pm at Morehouse College, Ray Charles Performing Arts Center. It is hosted by The Morehouse Center for Excellence in Education and The Center for Black Educator Development. The top features logos for the Center for Black Educator Development and Morehouse Center for Excellence in Education. The bottom shows a monochrome image of people seated at an event.

This #BlackHistoryMonth, join us for "Remembering, Honoring, Multiplying the Black Educator Pipeline" in Atlanta.

Feb. 25 at Morehouse College.

Register today:
www.eventbrite.com/e/remembering-honoring-m...

#WeNeedBlackTeachers

This image is a flyer for the Freedom Schools Literacy Academy. It features a group of four people sitting together at a table in a classroom, smiling and interacting. A chalkboard is visible in the background. The text reads, "We Are Hiring High School Students!" It invites current high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors interested in driving social change in the classroom for a summer opportunity. The Center for Black Educator Development logo is displayed. The application deadline is April 10, 2026, at 11:59 PM EST.

SUMMER OPPORTUNITY FOR HIGH SCHOOLERS: Applications are open for Summer 2026 #FreedomSchoolsLiteracyAcademy!

You can get paid to support literacy, build leadership skills, and explore teaching in Philly.
Apply now:
thecenterblacked.org/fsla-home/high-school-st...

#WeNeedBlackTeachers

The image is a recruitment flyer for Freedom Schools Literacy Academy by the Center for Black Educator Development. The text reads, "We Are Hiring College-Aged Individuals!" It includes photos of people engaged in educational activities, such as reading and writing. A call to action button says "Apply Now!"

Now hiring for Summer 2026 #FreedomSchoolsLiteracyAcademy in Philly & online.

College-aged individuals interested in education can get paid while gaining real classroom experience.
Apply here: thecenterblacked.org/fsla-home/college-aged-i...

#WeNeedBlackTeachers

A group of people are in a room with a sign above that reads "Freedom Schools Literacy Academy - We Are Hiring Teachers and Professional Educators." They are seated at a table with a presentation being conducted by a person standing by a whiteboard. The backdrop displays the "Center for Black Educator Development" logo.

Mentorship is how we grow the National #BlackTeacherPipeline!

We're looking for educators who want to be a #FreedomSchoolsLiteracyAcademy Site Lead this summer, either in Philadelphia or virtually.

Apply for Summer 2026:
https://thecenterblacked.org/fsla-home/educators/

#WeNeedBlackTeachers

We are grateful to current and retired NFL players who use their platforms to speak up for the educators who shaped their lives.

From belief and representation to legacy and opportunity, these voices remind us why #WeNeedBlackTeachers.

Thank you for speaking up for Black educators!

Promotional poster for the Center for Black Educator Development's 2026 Summer Program, featuring the Freedom Schools Literacy Academy. The poster is colorful with images of students engaged in learning activities such as looking at a globe and participating in classroom discussions. A call to action, "Register today!" invites viewers to join the program.

The @centerblacked is excited to welcome families to #FreedomSchoolsLiteracyAcademy – Summer 2026!

Current K–2nd graders build strong reading skills, confidence, and joy in learning—online and in Philly.

Apply now: https://www.thecenterblacked.org/families

#WeNeedBlackTeachers

A full house watching speaker Dr. Leslie Fenwick speaking on stage

#BMEC2025 is underway. Who is in the house and on Bluesky? We want to hear from you!

#PowerToThePupil #WeNeedBlackTeachers

Promotional poster for the Center for Black Educator Development's event, featuring excited attendees in a festive setting, highlighting 'Countdown to #BMEC2025 - 3 DAYS LEFT!' for the 2025 Black Men in Education Convening in Philadelphia, PA, dated November 20-22, 2025.

We are THREE days away from #BMEC2025!

On Thursday, the Center for Black Educator Development will gather in community to dig into our theme, "Power to the Pupil: History, Hip Hop, & the Future of Teaching & Learning."

See you in Philly!

#PowerToThePupil #WeNeedBlackTeachers

As we get closer to #BMEC2025, do not miss some of these news articles, conversations and opinion pieces focused on the importance of diverse educators in the classroom: https://linktr.ee/centerblacked

#WeNeedBlackTeachers

Poster titled 'Welcome Back, Teachers' by the Center for Black Educator Development, featuring an adult and a child in a classroom setting, with the adult sitting at a desk and the child raising a hand.

Welcome back to school, teachers.

We celebrate YOU - the teachers who bring joy, build community, and create transformative learning experiences every single day!

#WeNeedBlackTeachers #BlacktoSchool #TeacherAppreciation

Promotional poster for the Center for Black Educator Development's 2025 BMEC Convening in Philadelphia, announcing a call for proposals with a submission deadline of June 27, 2025.

Get ready, #BMEC2025! Our speaker portal just opened up for proposals! Submit your idea by June 27, 2025. If you're a dynamic speaker with compelling stories, research, or art to share, we invite you to submit a proposal: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
#BlackMenInEd #WeNeedBlackTeachers

Black educators at Overbrook Elementary School echo importance of representation in the classroom For many students, it's not just about academics, it's about feeling seen and understood.

Congrats to Overbrook Elementary School in Philly for a commitment to representation: www.cbsnews.com/amp/philadel...

#WeNeedBlackTeachers

National Black Teacher Appreciation Day #ThankABlackTeacher
#WeNeedBlackTeachers 👨🏾‍🏫👩🏽‍🏫

Black educators should not have to sacrifice their health and peace for their profession. It’s time we center their well-being.

#ThankABlackTeacher #WeNeedBlackTeachers #RadicalWellBeing

Some of the transformative ways we can change our mindset and focus on radical well-being include:
*Supporting Black teachers means supporting their well-being. Thriving teachers create thriving students.

#ThankABlackTeacher #WeNeedBlackTeachers #RadicalWellBeing

During #BlackTeacherAppreciationDay, we know it's important to consider radical well-being as a form of educational justice.

Let's prioritize the holistic well-being of Black educators in ways that go beyond conventional practices.

#ThankABlackTeacher #WeNeedBlackTeachers #RadicalWellbeing