Hey Y'all! Here is a quick newsletter to share important "news & vibes" at the moment. Check it out. Use what you can, pass along what might help someone else, and let me know what I should include in future editions! #iammrsbranch Let's talk about STEM & Diversity! I'm excited to announce that I will be moderating a series of conversations on Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion in STEM (science, technology, engineering,& mathematics) education and careers with Wake County Public Schools. As we know, careers in STEM fields are still mainly occupied by White males. K-12 educators ha ..read more

I have a confession. I don't need your judgement I just need to get this off my chest. Until just the other day, I had never seen or heard Beyonce's Lemonade in its totality. I caught bits and pieces along the way. I saw lots of images and snatched some of the language. I even encountered some of the commentary on this work. I am aware that this is potential grounds for having my Black Card pulled or at least suspended. Have mercy, I beg. In the days since being isolated as a result of the Coronavirus health crisis, I stumbled across an article from the New York Times. You can read it for you ..read more