Merisha LeakBlack Women, We Have to Do BetterI recently attended the 4th Annual Black Educators Rock Conference in Charlotte, NC. As an educator of color, it was indeed an amazing…Jul 23, 2019Jul 23, 2019
Merisha LeakFor Us, By Us: 3 Reasons Why Teachers of Color Need Their Own Professional Development SpacesThroughout my years of teaching, I have attended many professional development sessions — some good, some not so good, and some great…Jul 13, 2019Jul 13, 2019
Merisha LeakMother.Those close to me know that several years ago, after being betrayed by my body, I elected to have a hysterectomy. Before coming to the…May 12, 20191May 12, 20191
Merisha LeakWhy be “proficient” when you can be “distinguished?” Why we should all go to Raleigh on May 1stNaysayers would want everyone to believe that us teacher advocates who are participating in the rally on May 1st “do not love” our students…Apr 28, 2019Apr 28, 2019
Merisha LeakGrief. The final act of love.I wore blue today — your favorite color on the anniversary of your passing. I’m also wearing a smile because I know that is what you would…Apr 23, 2019Apr 23, 2019
Merisha LeakPower is the Ability to Act.In today’s educational climate, it is easy to feel powerless — to feel as if there are a number of people who are making decisions about…Apr 6, 2019Apr 6, 2019
Merisha LeakinUNC Charlotte Writing ProjectWest Charlotte basketball team reminds us why we can’t ‘move on’ from raceYesterday, you published an article titled “Ardrey Kell player reminds us why we can’t just ‘move on’ from race. Like all other instances…Mar 9, 20191Mar 9, 20191
Merisha LeakYesterday, you published an article titled “Ardrey Kell player reminds us why we can’t just ‘move…They reminded us that day in and day out, young black men are subjected to ridicule and harsh offense by those who see them as ‘inferior’…Mar 9, 2019Mar 9, 2019