Black Family Homeschool Educators and Scholars, LLC Selects Author Cheryl Carter as Keynote Speaker

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On January 11, 2025, Black Family Homeschool Educators and Scholars (BFHES) presents its 5th Annual Virtual Teach-in. By bridging the gap between scholarly research and practical application, BFHES aims to foster a thriving community for Black homeschooling families. Through innovative teach-ins, publications, and virtual platforms, since 2020, BFHES has empowered over 3000 families with culturally relevant resources, support, and knowledge. The BFHES mission is to create an affirming space where educators, researchers, and homeschooling parents can connect, share insights, and enhance the educational experiences of Black children. BFHES is committed to expanding the literature on Black homeschooling and providing opportunities for professional development, community engagement, and academic excellence.

 

The annual virtual teach-in features live panels, workshops, and pre-recorded "coffee talks," bite-sized inspiration for new homeschooling parents. The teach-in attracts new homeschooling parents as well as parents continuing their homeschooling journey. Led by BFHES director and co-founder, Dr. Khadijah Z. Ali-Coleman, the teach-in attracts parents from around the United States and abroad. This year's presenters include Queen Taese Snowden, Akil Parker, Jade Weatherington, Kendra Price, Journei Bimwala, Jason Esters, Sherri Mehta, Matthew Rankin, and more. This year's keynote speaker is author and educator, Cheryl Carter. 

 

Cheryl Carter is a seasoned author, educator, and homeschooling veteran with over 30 years of experience. A mother of five, Cheryl has homeschooled all her children from the beginning, raising them to excel academically, spiritually, and socially. Her children’s accomplishments speak to her dedication: her oldest recently earned his doctorate, and another child is an adjunct professor. Her third child is a missionary and she homeschooled her teen twins for their elementary and middle school years. Cheryl has witnessed the evolution of homeschooling firsthand, from limited curriculum options in its early days to today’s abundance of resources, including the integration of online education as an essential tool. Cheryl has a deep commitment to enabling Black families to adopt homeschooling. She believes homeschooling has the potential to level the playing field in education, offering families an opportunity to break free from limitations and create customized learning environments.

 

Carter's books include: Writing Success: Essential Writing Skills for the College-Bound Student: A Comprehensive College Preparatory Writing Program Grades 6-12; Inspire the Writer in Your Child! Revitalize Your Child's Love of Writing in 20 Easy Lessons; and Organize Your ADD/ADHD Child: A Practical Guide for Parents. 

 

Learn more at BlackFamilyHomeschool.org