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by Toter - 2 months ago

Breaking the School-to-Prison Cycle with Rising Scholars

At 46, Michelle Horton, once a "professional criminal" and single mother, engaged in crime after prison. Dedicating herself to building a better future for her children, she turned to education. Now part of Sacramento's mayor's office, Horton praises the Rising Scholars Network for aiding formerly...

by Toter - 2 months ago

Revealing Untapped Riches: How Racism Shapes America's Economic Landscape

( Amanda Ulloa Illustration/AmNews) American existence resembles a river where socioeconomic hardship and the elusive American Dream intertwine. Family affluence and racial identity dictate our navigation of this stream. White Americans seldom acknowledge the extensive privileges attributed to race...

by Toter - 2 months ago

Rebuilding Futures: Healing the Wounds of Incarceration Through Performance

Tiyana Scarlett emerged from years of silence following her release in 2017. In 2024, she rediscovered her voice through Ritual4Return, a New Jersey initiative harmonizing art with healing. Kevin Bott’s transformative 14-week program promotes storytelling and community connection, enhancing restorat...

by Toter - 2 months ago

Jets Maintain Second Place in KFC Basketball League

Ryan Philogene propelled the Courts Jets into playoff viability with a decisive 69-49 win against East Coast Academy on Monday in KFC National Basketball League action at Beausejour Gymnasium. Philogene tallied 29 points, alongside 12 rebounds and eight steals. Currently standing at 4-3, the Jets tr...