Introducing a New BBG Column

By Sheila Coleman Castells

Welcome to my monthly feature, “The State of the Black Child in West Virginia”.  The purpose of this opinion piece is to investigate and inform all West Virginians, Black or not, of how we Black citizens of this state are faring, regarding the state of our educational progresses and experiences.  However, if I am honest, the questions I ask of the Educational system and of ourselves, as citizens, can also apply to anyone who is poor and marginalized, regardless of race.  However, my focus here is to shine a light on what is happening to Black students in our state, and how we, the Black citizens of this 35th state, can change this deleterious paradigm for our children and grandchildren.

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Publisher’s Note

I’m recovered from COVID and am cleared to get on the road.  

I’m super excited to meet so many virtual friends IRL over the next few weeks. 

I’m also excited to launch a BBG fundraising email campaign. We are still on track for a special BBG election edition. 

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~ Crystal