This week, Dr. Jawanza Kunjufu, a noted author and lecturer, gave these four presentations about challenges and issues facing African American boys in particular, and, in general, how to close the racial achievement gap:
"Over-Representation of African American and Hispanic Males in Special Education
(Special Education, Bilingual, and Central Office Staff)
"Male Single Gender Classes/Schools and Eliminating the Achievement Gap
(School For Young Men/Pearce/Garcia Planning Teams, Cabinet Members, and Trustees)
"Understanding Black/Hispanic Male Learning Styles and Strategies for Raising Teacher Expectations"
(Teachers, Principals, Administrators)
"Closing the Racial Academic Achievement Gap and Developing Students to Become Self-Disciplined"
(AISD Community)
Dr. Kunjufu had powerful messages for educators, administrators, trustees and families about the learning styles of young African American and Hispanic males, and he offered strategies for addressing these different learning styles.
At a community meeting at LBJ High School on Tuesday, October 16, Dr. Kunjufu stressed to parents the importance of peer pressure and cultural influences on today's youth. He encouraged parents to get to know their child's friends, and to support academic achievement as an important goal.
Thanks, Dr. Kunjufu, for visiting AISD and sharing your insights with us!
