What’s in a name?
Just before the turn of the millennia, I received an invitation to participate in an African naming ceremony at the Saint Peter’s Lutheran Church in Rosedale, New York. This was just about the [...]
Why? Having spent a year to think through what a potential dissertation topic could be, the why should be studied was rather simple. In short, when comparing present-day Baltimore to that of the […]
My desire to pursue doctoral-level studies in urban education leadership related to my varied professional experiences. For me, those who understand how to navigate “social systems” have the responsibility to ensure the creation […]
Why? Our assignment was to critically analyze a film’s treatment of various education issues affecting American schools and the field of education, with an emphasis on the teacher. This particular analysis will consider […]
During the Spring 2019 semester, I was finally able to begin my doctoral journey. It seems I waited a lifetime to begin, having completed my Master’s degree in 1995 – my oldest son […]
Taking into context Freire’s thoughts on the importance of dialogue, our recent community service exercise at Yorkwood Elementary School would be an example of how exchanges should occur between students and teachers. However, […]