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Black Culture, Entertainment, Fashion, Society August 12, 2018 August 12, 2018

N’DIGO Culture – by Ziggy

by Contributor NDIGO

Oscar Winning Director Barry Jenkins On Beale Street Oscar is calling. Director Barry Jenkins is back with his first movie since his Best Picture…

Black America, Chicago, Publisher's Message August 10, 2018 August 10, 2018

Protest Marching, From Selma To Chicago

by Dr. Hermene Hartman

Marching in protest is important. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. made marching matter. Marching changes things. First of all, it demonstrates caring. People care…

Black Culture, Interview, On Q August 10, 2018 August 10, 2018

Myiti Sengstacke-Rice Heads The Bud Billiken Parade

by TJ Armour

Myiti Sengstacke-Rice is President of the Chicago Defender Charities, which produces the annual Bud Billiken Parade, which will take place this Saturday, August 11…

Black Culture, Entertainment, People August 7, 2018 August 7, 2018

Chit Chat – by Ziggy

by Contributor NDIGO

New Quincy Jones Documentary Netflix launches the new documentary Quincy, about the musical icon Quincy Jones, on Sept. 21. The film will have a…

Chicago, Politics August 6, 2018 August 6, 2018

A Crisis Of Violence And Values – by Rev. Jesse Jackson

by Contributor NDIGO

Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel should immediately convene his cabinet – public health, police, housing, education and parks – for an emergency meeting with community…

Interview, Music, On Q August 3, 2018 August 3, 2018

R&B Chanteuse Vivian Green

by TJ Armour

For almost two decades, Philadelphia born singer Vivian Green has been one of the most consistent R&B artists in the game. Her 2002 debut,…

Black America, Publisher's Message July 31, 2018 July 31, 2018

America’s Race Relations

by Dr. Hermene Hartman

Once upon a time there was a country ruled by royalty and the wealthy and landlords. The royals owned land around the world and…

Black America, Perspectives July 25, 2018 July 25, 2018

White Space? by Paul King Jr.

by Contributor NDIGO

There are some scholars whose prescience defies belief and imagination. Elijah Anderson, the Yale University sociologist, is such a scholar. In 2015, he wrote…

Interview, On Q, People July 23, 2018 July 23, 2018

Urie Clark, New Cook County Bar Association Prez

by TJ Armour

Incoming Cook County Bar Association President Urie R. Clark currently serves as an Administrative Law Judge with the City of Chicago. The married father…

Black America, Entertainment, Society July 21, 2018 July 21, 2018

Chi Chat by Ziggy

by Contributor NDIGO

Chance The Rapper Disses the Mayor in New Music! Chance the Rapper has gone local with his music rap game. It’s all about Chicago,…

Politics, Publisher's Message July 18, 2018 July 18, 2018

The Lion And The Panthers – A Parable

by Dr. Hermene Hartman

Once upon time there was a beautiful city by the lake. One part of the town on the east side was entirely occupied by…

N'The Movies July 12, 2018 July 12, 2018

And (We) Will Always Love…Whitney! – Review by Joe Gibson

by Contributor NDIGO

Whitney Starring: Whitney Houston (archival footage), Bobbi Kristina Brown (archival footage), Bobby Brown, Cissy Houston, Clive Davis, L.A. Reid Directed by: Kevin Macdonald Running…

N’DIGO Studio Podcast

N’DIGO STUDIO

N’DIGO STUDIO is a Chicago centric program and podcast covering topics such as pop culture, politics, authors and trending topics of the day. If you want to hear engaging, sometimes controversial and always authentic discussion around the hot topics of the day tune into the N’DIGO STUDIO Podcast! Join your host Hermene Hartman as she interviews inspiring people and chats about interesting topics from an honest and entertaining perspective.

Hey there, Chicago educators and parents! Ever feel like you’re advocating for change in public education, but hitting a wall? Maybe you’ve been told to just keep pushing for traditional solutions, only to see the same old problems persist. It’s frustrating, isn’t it? Let’s talk about the real pain points and find a better way forward.

In this episode, you will be able to:

Discover new perspectives on Chicago Teachers Union education reforms and their impact on public schools.
Explore the implications of school walkouts on contracts and the future of public education.
Uncover the influential role of unions in political campaigns and how it affects educational policies.
Learn effective strategies for enhancing bilingual education in public schools and promoting inclusivity.
Recognize the vital importance of libraries and librarians in shaping the educational experience for students.

My special guest is Stacy Davis Gates.

Stacy Davis Gates, the president of Chicago Teachers Union, brings a wealth of experience to the table, having started as a social science teacher before taking on various leadership roles. Her notable achievements include successfully negotiating a historic contract for smaller classes and essential resources in Chicago public schools, and raising millions to support teachers entering politics. With a strong focus on advocating for equitable resources and policy reforms, Stacy is a passionate advocate for the education rights of Chicago students, aiming to ensure that every student receives a fully resourced and engaging school experience. Her insights and dedication to improving public education make her a vital voice in the ongoing efforts to enhance the education system.

The key moments in this episode are:
00:00:01 – Introduction to Stacy Davis Gates

00:02:14 – The School Chicago Students Deserve

00:04:43 – Types of Schools in Chicago

00:11:38 – Elected School Boards and Budget Challenges

00:13:10 – Changing Culture of Education

00:19:08 – The Diverse Learning Universe on TikTok

00:20:13 – Union Involvement in Politics

00:22:39 – Importance of Libraries in Schools

00:23:44 – Dual Language Academies

00:26:02 – Advocacy for Common Sense Gun Regulation

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