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The College Board, a non-profit organization responsible for administering the SAT and Advanced Placement (AP) tests, has announced its plan to offer new AP courses focused on African American studies. This initiative forms part of a broader strategy aimed at amplifying racial education within American schools as a means to challenge systemic stereotypes and institutional racism.

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has sounded a desperate warning over the escalating education crisis in East Africa, resulting from a harrowing combination of climate-related disasters and the ongoing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

To celebrate and acknowledge the contributions of the black community to societal advancement, the Toronto District School Board (TDSB) has unveiled a new offering: the African Heritage Month Virtual Library. This initiative, launched during Black History Month, serves as an invaluable learning resource, providing insights into the history and rich cultural heritage of people of African descent.

In a regular meeting of the Peel School District Board in Canada, a string of critical decisions regarding student well-being and curriculum development were finalized. The gathering, held under the close scrutiny of local communities, was marked by an air of resolution that the board members hope to translate into decisive action.