1. Rita Pierson
Rita Pierson gave one of the most powerful Ted Talks on education – “Every Child Needs a Champion” has become a motto for countless educators. Additionally, she led workshops on the importance of educating young African American boys.

2. Carlotta Walls LaNier

As the youngest member of the Little Rock Nine, Carlotta Walls LaNier braved harassment-and even the bombing of her home- to be one of the first black students to attend Central High School in 1960. She wrote a book about the experience: A Mighty Long Way: My Journey to Justice at Little Rock Central High School. 

5. Fanny Jackson Coppin

Fanny Jackson Coppin was the first African American principal. 

6. Inez Beverly Prosser

The first black woman to earn a Ph.D. in Psychology, Inez Beverly Prosser did extensive research on the effect of segregated schools versus non-segregated schools on African American students. She was passionate about finding the best way to foster and educate young black students. 

and many more influential individuals which we have named some..

OKillian, J. (2022). 12 Black Educators Who Changed History That We Should All Know About. [Online]. Bored Teachers. Last Updated: 6th June 2022. Available at: https://www.boredteachers.com/post/12-black-educators-who-changed-history-that-we-should-all-know-ab [Accessed 12 October 2022].

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