Toni Smith-ThompsonThe Subsidy of American Freedom: Our ChildrenToday, another Black boy was slaughtered by the police for being a Black boy. He joined the Black boys before him, of this generation and…Jun 21, 2018Jun 21, 2018
Toni Smith-ThompsonTo Sickle Cell, With LoveIt’s nearing the end of September, Sickle Cell Awareness Month.Sep 27, 2017Sep 27, 2017
Toni Smith-ThompsonWhen Speech and Equity CollideAlthough today is Sunday, it’s not a rest day. I’ve been in a space of deep reflection about what it means for speech to be free.Aug 13, 2017Aug 13, 2017
Toni Smith-ThompsonWhat is the Save CPE1 Campaign Fighting to Save?They say hindsight is 20/20. Clearly, we aren’t there yet.Apr 6, 2017Apr 6, 2017
Toni Smith-ThompsonExpanding the Walls of PatriotismPatriotism is defined by Merriam-Webster as love for, or devotion to, one’s country. Love. Devotion. These are strong words. They produce…Sep 24, 2016Sep 24, 2016
Toni Smith-ThompsonColin Kaepernick: Open Letter from Toni Smith-ThompsonHey Colin, it’s Toni. Forgive my informality, it’s just that in the past three days you’ve become something of a mirror-image for me. Don’t…Aug 30, 20161Aug 30, 20161
Toni Smith-ThompsonRalph Wiley: The Quiet War of Toni SmithSharing this beautiful piece by the late great Ralph Wiley. Rest in Power.Aug 28, 2016Aug 28, 2016
Toni Smith-ThompsonWhat My Central Park East 1 Child Taught Me About Change“Children, teachers, staff and families work together in an atmosphere of generosity and mutual respect.” — CPE 1 HandbookMay 23, 2016May 23, 2016