Black History Month is almost over, but John Legend makes a critical point in its remaining days: A successful future for black Americans depends upon a quality education. Read his op-ed here.
It was nearly two years ago when I testified for my first bill. At the time, I was an 11-year veteran teacher looking to make an impact beyond the walls of my classroom, and I found that opportunity in SB 191. I vividly remember sitting in front of the Senate Education Committee in the Old Supreme Court Chambers, speaking from my heart about my profession and how I wanted to see it change and grow.