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Black-Owned ‘Math N’ More’ Champions Math Excellence While Growing Diversity In STEM Education

       Math N’ More was founded to tackle the achievement gap in math education, especially for underserved youth. While 40% of minority scholars express interest in STEM fields, only 3% pursue them due to inadequate foundational math skills. The U.S. Department of Education reports that 84% of Black students lack proficiency in mathematics. Another stunning statistic shows that nationwide, teachers report that up to 40% of their students perform below grade level in math while 64% of elementary scholars, 70% of middle school scholars, 60% of high school scholars in the Metro Atlanta area are not proficient in mathematics. […]

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Day Three of Democratic National Convention:  A Night of Passion, Patriotism, and Powerful Messages

       The night’s highlight was Democratic vice presidential nominee Tim Walz, who took the stage to deliver a speech that resonated deeply with the packed arena. In addressing his largest audience, Walz framed the election as a battle for the true meaning of “freedom,” contrasting the Democratic vision with what he characterized as the Republican Party’s dangerous agenda. […]