MISSION STATEMENT: Our mission is to collaborate with educators to provide support in teaching Kentucky’s deep history, curate supplemental educational materials to support teachers, and celebrate the wonderful work of Kentucky’s educators.
Black History in Kentucky
“We are committed to providing a quality education for all students in the Commonwealth, understanding that an accurate account of our history is essential for developing informed and engaged citizens.” -Shaniqua Robinson
Our Mission
ATBHK's Inquiry Design Model
ATBHK is proud to be guided by a deeply committed governing board that is passionate about the importance of teaching Kentucky’s Black history to students statewide. Our board members represent a diverse range of institutions and bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to our mission. Their support and leadership are crucial in helping us reach and engage with educators, students, and communities across Kentucky.
The Association for Teaching Black History in Kentucky employs the Inquiry Design Model (IDM), a component of the C3 framework, to develop instructional materials for Kentucky’s K-12 students.
Our curriculum writers incorporate a variety of primary and secondary sources to engage students in inquiry-based learning. These resources feature compelling and supporting questions, guiding teachers in facilitating student-driven learning through discovery.
As students explore and analyze the materials, they construct their own conclusions based on the evidence provided. This approach helps students understand the contributions and experiences of Black Kentuckians within the broader contexts of Kentucky, U.S., and world history.
What we offer
We listen to educators to understand their challenges, whether it is access to materials, an unease regarding support, or a lack of preparation in this specific space. Our strategies are simple.
At ATBHK, we recognize that our mission is made possible through the collaboration and support of our valued partners. We actively work with educators across the state to advance our goal of providing K-12 students with a more comprehensive understanding of Kentucky’s complex history. Below is a list of the offerings we provide:
- Fellowship Program
- Grant Opportunities
- Professional Development
- Speaking Engagements
- Community Partnerships
Our Governing Board
ATBHK is proud to be guided by a deeply committed governing board that is passionate about the importance of teaching Kentucky’s Black history to students statewide. Our board members represent a diverse range of institutions and bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to our mission. Their support and leadership are crucial in helping us reach and engage with educators, students, and communities across Kentucky.
Our Vision
OUR VISION STATEMENT: The vision of the Association for Teaching Black History in Kentucky is to ensure that all students in the Commonwealth have access to a more complete and inclusive understanding of Kentucky’s complex history. We are dedicated to filling the gaps in education where the stories and contributions of Black Kentuckians, as well as those of other citizens engaged in issues of race and social justice, have been overlooked. Through our efforts, we strive to provide every student with a richer, more accurate historical perspective.
Our Team & Partners
The success of our organization cannot be achieved without our team, our sponsors and our board members.
Don't count the days; make the days count.``
– Muhammad Ali
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