Andre “Add-2” Daniels – Chicago Regional Director, Guitars Over Guns
byAndre “ADD-2” Daniels is a critically acclaimed and highly lauded rapper in his own right, who has worked with luminaries such as Kendrick Lamar…
Education
“The Chicago Board of Education’s Complex Web”
byI attended the Chicago Board of Education’s scheduled Budget Hearing on Tuesday. August 19, 2025, at 4:30 pm, for the purpose of addressing the…
LaShaundra Randolph – Manager of Education Instruction & Deployment, National Society of Leadership and Success
byAlready a natural empath, LaShaundra Randolph grew up in a home with not one but two educator parents, so her given instincts to help…
Ross Mac, Financial Educator – CEO/Creator of Maconomics
byRoss Mac is a man on a mission. The Chicago native is recognized as one of today’s most influential financial educators. Through his brand,…
What Would I Do As Superintendent of Chicago Public Schools?
byIf I had a magic wand, power, and an unlimited budget, I would accept the challenge of being the Superintendent of Chicago Public Schools….
Antoinette L. Rayburn, M.ED – Career Academy Lead at Rich Township – District 227
byA testament to the adage “Life is a journey with many paths“, Antoinette L. Rayburn has traveled down multiple roads and succeeded in multiple…
Q&A – Dr. LaShondra Kyle, Executive Director – Eden Career Institute
byFor more than 25 years, Dr. LaShondra Kyle has dedicated herself to the higher education of our youth as a business law professor, university…
Q&A – Dr. Veronica Appleton, Ph. D – Author, “Mama Why”
byAlready a renowned scholar and lecturer, Chicago native Dr. Veronica Appleton, Ph.D is also a children’s literature author with a special passion for educating…
Mayor Johnson’s Dilemma…
byChicago is in crisis. For the first time, Chicago Public Schools has no governance. A bold game of politics is underway. The current school…
Q&A – Larcenna Mason – Special Education District Representative. Chicago Public Schools
byWith almost 20 years of experience in various roles within Chicago Public Schools, Larcenna Mason has dedicated herself to ensuring that special education youth…
Q&A – Howard Sandifer, Chicago West Community Music Center Founder Celebrates 25th Anniversary!
byHoward Sandifer, the founder of the Chicago West Community Music Center (CWCMC), reflects on the 25th anniversary of the school that continues to enrich…
Why Are They Closing Top Performing Black Schools?
byA disturbing pattern is occurring in Chicago. Top-performing schools are being closed. The latest is Bronzeville Academy Charter School, located at 4930 S. Cottage…