“Invest in the human soul. Who knows, it might be a diamond in the rough.” – Mary McLeod Bethune Black History Month is a wonderful time to share stories of iconic African-American leaders who made an impact on the world. This month, Bambinou Academy Center shines a spotlight on Mary McLeod Bethune, an educator, philanthropist, presidential advisor and fierce advocate for civil rights. We hope her story Read More
There are so many iconic figures to celebrate during Black History Month. One such person who made significant contributions to agriculture and science was George Washington Carver. Many people know George Washington Carver as an inventor and for his innovations with peanut butter, which resulted in the creation of more than 300 products. But George Washington Carver is a testament to overcoming adversity when all the odds are Read More
African-Americans have made significant contributions to the world. From inventors to Supreme Court Justices to poets and even president, we have enriched the fabric of a society where we were once enslaved. Black History Month shouldn’t just be 28 days where we celebrate our African-American heroes and then forget about their importance for the rest of the year. This should be a time when we begin cultural traditions Read More
