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A Century Later: The Unfinished Business of Urban Education onMalcolm X's 100th Birthday
A Century Later: The Fight for Urban Education Lives On
On what would’ve been Malcolm X’s 100th birthday, we’re reminded that his call for educational justice still echoes loud and clear. Despite his belief that “education is the passport to the future,” that passport remains denied to many in urban schools—trapped behind underfunding, inequity, and systemic neglect. This isn’t just about remembering Malcolm’s words—it’s about finishing the work. True tribute means action: eq

Steve Elam
May 193 min read


Cracks in the Foundation: The Real Estate of K-12 in Detroit
et’s lay it all out. As a Black man and longtime educator in Metro Detroit, I’ve seen firsthand the cracks forming beneath the foundation of our K-12 education system. What’s happening in our schools today isn’t just concerning—it’s urgent. We’re shaping the future of our communities through our classrooms, and right now, too many of our children are being shortchanged.
Take declining enrollment, for instance. In Detroit and other urban districts, fewer students means fewer
Steven Elam
May 94 min read
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