So What's Next?

Ladies, now that we have read the prelude and introduction of Sing a Rhythm, Dance a Blues, and listened to the TED talk by Monique W Morris, what is next for YOU? What are your thoughts? 

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  1. Demitria Lawton-Greggs January 5, 2021 at 1:00 PM

    So after reading pages 1-16 of the book, my first thought was "yes, a book I am actually interested in." Reading scholarly articles and books has never been my favorite. In fact, I totally despise it. So when I first saw this book, I knew that it may support our group, but was a little apprehensive because I felt it would just be another one of those "scholarly books." I however was hooked when I began to read the prelude. I have always loved music, so reading how Morris uses the blues to share her message is something that excites me! Furthermore, as I started to read, I saw that yes, she would be sharing stats, but in a way that is interesting and connects to our work! So what's next? I am ready to annotate, reread, and share the ideas in this book to further develop the SIIS program.

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  2. Jeronda GriffinJanuary 5, 2021 at 1:01 PM

    I was extremely was impressed by the verbiage utilized to capture the attention of the reader and the blues song that was used a a hook. The author takes the time to describe the genre of music "blues" and it roots to show how it coincides the pedagogy in which we must use to create an environment that shy away from the punitive approach in which brown girls are scrutinized through the lens of our academic structures that presently exist.

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  3. ChelseaJanuary 5, 2021 at 1:01 PM

    WHERE SHOULD I START?!?! There are so many things that are next! I feel like I need to do so much after reading these FEW pages. From working directly with children of color to understand their root issues... to learning more about ACE and the scientific reasoning of why children cannot function or focus in school... to being a part of more programs like SIIS that help highlight and respond to the adversities people of color face... I have ALOT of work to do.

    But for right now, the easiest thing I can do next is NOT be one of those teachers/mentors/friends who simply "throws the blanket" on deep-rooted wounds!

    -Chelsea

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  4. UnknownJanuary 5, 2021 at 1:03 PM

    Holly Cornelius
    Monique Morris is powerful with her words. On page 6 she mentioned that Billie Holiday was "singing the blues while challenging us to do better. She was in service as she was serving." That is what I aim to do. I have this platform to work with students day in and day out, and I want to use it to help them as people. I want to inspire students as learners, as people, as members of society with so much to offer. I want to listen to students and learn from them and with them. I want to reach students where it matters most to them: more than just academically. I accept the challenge to do better!

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  5. AnonymousJanuary 5, 2021 at 1:07 PM

    I enjoyed how the book used the blues as a way to describe advocacy. Reading this i decided to intentionally be more mindful of girls behavior and what it could stem from. I enjoyed how the book focused on relationships and how they can help girls of color through their schooling. I also want to help change the mindset of "being too loud, or having sass" to girls having advocacy. i think its important for girls to know that they can not only advocate for others but also advocate for themselves. i think as girls its looked down on to speak your mind but it is important to do.

    -Genesis

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  6. UnknownJanuary 5, 2021 at 1:08 PM

    So many times I have felt disconnected from PD's and the topics presented. I have always believed that the power of authenticity is more important than scholarly knowledge, life experience and connections make stronger impressions and in framing this work through the lens of Mother Blues, something I connect to personally, I feel for once that I have something to truly add to my work with young ladies. My excitement over the message of the blues and my passion for stopping the school to prison pipeline will hopefully be felt by my mentees and the students I walk with.

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