BOOKS.
“Refreshing..given the author’s integration of compelling storytelling, insightful data, and theoretical frameworks.”
– Selena (review from Amazon)
Crack Baby Residue
coming soon
REPORTS.
from the voices of the actual community
Our reports prioritize the centering of the end users of education. I urge you to take the time to read our findings DIRECTLY from our youth, whether you're a parent, educator, community leader, or absolutely anyone else - you will learn a wealth of valuable information on how we can better educate our young people.
ARTICLES.
from Medium + The Huffington Post
Why Are We Ignoring Education in the Debates?
Addressing the Disconnect: Grades vs. Proficiency in Oakland Schools
The State of the [Black Education] Union
Rethinking Education: Beyond Grades to Proficiency
Why You Deserve Better From Public Education
Communities On Code
We’re only halfway through summer, but rock legend Vandam is already giving us more to look forward to in the fall.
Reactions to Biden’s “Build Back Better Plan” & its Role in Black Education
We’re only halfway through summer, but rock legend Vandam is already giving us more to look forward to in the fall.
The Costs of No Rigor: Why Demanding Higher Quality is Better than Opting Out
Vandam started as a joke. With the release of their latest single, they sure aren’t one anymore.
Don’t be a ‘Finna Friend’
“It’s our responsibility to get off the sidelines and do something,” says lead singer Viv.
A Black man’s death manifesto: my 10 rules
Beyond their musical interests, Vandam has made no secret of their love of film. It’s fitting, then, that one of their songs will appear in one of the year’s hottest debut features.
Black Emancipatory Education Playlist Vol. 1
With a new record label and a 16 date international tour, everyone’s favorite local band is about to become a much bigger deal.