Quality Schools Matter
A good school can change the trajectory of students’ lives, but too many Black, Brown, low-income, and immigrant families do not have access to high-performing schools.
Elevating Parent Voices
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No one cares more about the success of Black students than their parents. BLAQUE is dedicated to elevating the voices of parents in every level of our education system.
Transparency
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Parents deserve clarity and accessible information regarding our school system, including an understanding of administrative goals and the quality of teaching.
Equity and Anti-racism
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Our public school system was built around the needs of white students, BLAQUE is focused on undoing the systemic problems that harm Black children.
Good Governance
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We believe in the power of our elected and appointed leaders to change the course of education for Black children across Kansas City, starting with the Board of Education.
Community First
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Every dollar invested in or pulled from our schools is a dollar invested in or divested from our community. We deserve input when critical decisions are made that impact all of us.