Professional Development Archives

The Center of Humanity is Love

By Coalition of Schools Educating Boys of Color

In this short video, Jamila Sams speaks about the value of being a lifetime learner; learning from our colleagues, and learning from our students. She shares her understanding of humanity and love as the center of equity work, providing us the strength to push through challenges we encounter. For…

Complimentary Video: Conversation with Thought Leader, Dr. Gloria Ladson-Billings

By Coalition of Schools Educating Boys of Color

For many years, COSEBOC has invited leaders to speak informally with us in our virtual “Conversations with Thought Leaders” series. We were honored to be joined by Dr. Gloria Ladson-Billings, a friend of COSEBOC. As you prepare for the upcoming school year ahead, we invite you to listen to the…

Video Recording! Conversation with Thought Leader, Dr. Pedro Noguera

By Coalition of Schools Educating Boys of Color

Dr. Pedro Noguera is a Professor, Dean, writer, social justice activist, and esteemed friend of COSEBOC. In this video he speaks with us about the role of standards for schools educating boys of color. He says that when we have no standards of what constitutes excellence, we reinforce dysfunction. He…

COSEBOC Launches Interagency D.R.U.M. Facilitator Course for the City of Cambridge, Massachusetts

By Coalition of Schools Educating Boys of Color

Manuel J. Fernandez has been eager to bring the “Discovering Rituals, Understanding Manhood” (D.R.U.M.) program to Cambridge, Massachusetts. A longtime friend and supporter of COSEBOC, Mr. Fernandez is the Chief Equity Officer for the Cambridge Public Schools. He had been speaking about the program with COSEBOC Founder and Executive Director…