Culturally Relevant Schools by Madsen Jean A.;Mabokela Reitumetse Obakeng;

Author:Madsen, Jean A.;Mabokela, Reitumetse Obakeng;
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Group

While Maxine Boyd noted the importance of “role models” as well, she was also concerned about the lack of activities for the African American students to promote a sense of cultural identity. She believed not only that role models are important, but also that African American students need additional support through school activities and special events. When it came to Black History Month, she was the only person who willingly accepted this responsibility:

There is a lack of role models here. Role models stimulate self-esteem. Self-esteem enhances learning. It is not that a Black teacher or a white teacher can teach better. It is that a child sees someone who looks like them. They have a club [for African American students] here that brings in programs throughout the year. I am the only one who does things for the Black students here. During Black History Month, if I did not do anything, no one would. No one here knows what to do for the Black students here.

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