MARYLAND – Research shows that young Black males perform better academically when they have a Black male teacher or other role model in school. African Americans in Academia  The National Center for Education reports in 2024 Black men made up less than 2 percent of public-school teachers,

Beginning Feb. 1, schools, museums and communities across the nation will mark the start of Black History Month — a celebration of Black history, culture and education. The history of the month dates back almost a century, and the way it is celebrated and evolved has created history in itself.

From trailblazers to inventors, Olympians, and politicians, numerous Black historical figures have left their marks on American history for decades. Unfortunately, a lot of their accomplishments are unsung and under-acknowledged.

As conservatives try to change how history is taught in our schools, here are some Black history facts you should know.

The women's team will wear the uniforms Thursday against Rutgers, and the men's team will wear them Feb. 14 against UCLA.

Also omitted is Indigenous Peoples Month, Hispanic Heritage Month and Holocaust Remembrance Day, according to social media users and product experts.

Google has opted out of references to Black History Month in a recent move away from cultural holidays and observances. Feb. 1 is considered the start of Black History Month, but will no longer be displayed on Google Calendar along with Women’s History Month on Mar.