Atlanta Unbound Academy Is Instilling HBCU Values Into Students
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Posted By: S. Moore on December 22, 2022 Education and community are something that Dr. Alaina Chipman-Leeks knew had value from an early age. After her experience at Spelman College, she wanted the next generation of students to share similar HBCU experiences in hopes to expand their thoughts on career advances. Thus, Atlanta Unbound Academy was born in 2020, during the pandemic. The charter school is K-8 with an educational curriculum focusing on every aspect, from Math and English to mental wellness and communication. “You come to our school, and it’s energetic and fun,” she said. “It allows kids to have freedom, be who they are, and have differences in opinion.” In the workplace and predominantly white institutions, people of color often feel the need to mask who they are. Still, Chipman-Leeks wanted Atlanta Unbound to be a space where students could see the adults being authentic encouraging them to do the same. Through creating this school and setting the intention of what the ultimate goal is for the student, Chipman-Leeks found many lessons in its initiation. “Failing forward is important,” she told GU. “You have to be clear with who and what your organization’s values are and your expectations.” SOURCE Girls United If you enjoyed this article, Join HBCU CONNECT today for similar content and opportunities via email! |
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