'Most of the narratives about Black education before desegregation have been about the victimization of Black teachers and students and the lack of material resources. Instead, I wanted to tell a story of agency and self-empowerment.'.

This article explores the work of Jarvis Givens, a professor at Harvard University, who aims to shed light on the often overlooked history of Black education before desegregation. Givens focuses on the agency and self-empowerment of Black teachers and students, referring to this approach as "fugitive pedagogy." He emphasizes the importance of intentional relationships between Black Studies and K-12 education, as well as the need for a more comprehensive representation of Black history in schools. The article also acknowledges the legacy of Carter G. Woodson, who played a significant role in the establishment of African American studies departments and the recognition of Black History Month. The author sees themselves as part of Woodson's lineage and legacy, drawing inspiration from Black intellectuals like Woodson, Du Bois, and Anna Julia Cooper. [Extracted from the article]