"Send me a Text Message!"Does having a Black teacher positively impact the academic achievement of African American students? The research tends to indicate that this is the case. This would be great if it was a common occurrence; however, the number of Black teachers in the American teaching work force is so low it’s abysmal. I discuss what the current research reveals about the current plight of America’s Black teaching workforce and uncover issues and concerns about this critical topic in this episode. Love my show? Consider being a regular subscriber! Just go to https://tinyurl.com/podcastsupport. Support the show Thanks for listening! For more information about the show, episodes, and ways to support, check out these websites: https://k12educationinsights.buzzsprout.com or https: //www.liberationthrougheducation.com/podcast Subscribe on Buzzsprout to receive a shout out on an upcoming episode You can also support me with ratings, kind words of encouragement, and by sharing this podcast with friends and family Contact me with any specific questions you have at: kim@liberationthrougheducation.com