Crystal Belle
Crystal Belle is a poet and New York City public school teacher. She teaches 9th grade English. Having travelled around the world doing research on gloabl hip-hop, she now lends herself to her classrom, while still making time for love and revolution...
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1) Middlebury College- B.A. (English Literature) 2) M.S.T. Secondary EducationMotto
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Black Men and the Scarface EffectWhen people first became acquainted with Tony Montana, played by Al Pacino in the film "Scarface," few imagined that his character would impact future generations of boys and men.
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Erykah Badu, D'Angelo and the Black BodyErykah Badu's "Window Seat" has been a hot topic of discussion over the past few weeks. But is nudity really the problem? The real dilemma is the objectification of the black body via popular culture. -
The Life of a NYC Public School TeacherTeaching in New York City is not for everyone. Sometimes you don't have enough supplies, your principal only cares about standardized testing and half of your students don't come to school. At the end of the day, you still need to teach!
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The Role of the Mammy Figure in the Film PreciousAn examination of the portrayal of black women in the film Precious and the challenges of European beauty ideals.
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The Walking DietWorking out doesn't have to be a chore. Make working out your lifestyle by walking everywhere you go!
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Chris Rock's Good Hair - Movie ReviewChris Rock's new documentary, Good Hair, is a funny, revealing film about how issues of hair and identity affect the black community.
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White Teachers in Black Schools - Race Does Matter in the ClassroomAs more programs like Teach-for-America and the Teaching Fellows become an alternative process for hiring new teachers, the question of race in the classroom becomes more and more relevant.
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Is Physical Self Love Possible for Women of Color in America?In a society where European beauty ideals are the norm, it is often difficult to love yourself as a woman of color.
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The Best Wedding Advice You Can Ask ForImportant questions you should ask yourself about your mate BEFORE getting married!
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Great Ways to Stay in Shape for FreeIn a society where so many people are overweight due to fast food chains and a lack of time, here are some ways to stay in shape for free.
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No Fresh Food in Crown Heights, BrooklynIn the Crown Heights section of Brooklyn, NY, it is very difficult to find fresh food if you live north of Eastern Parkway.
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Free Health Care is Real Health CareIn the United States of America, too many people are without health care. A free health care system could make the U.S. more democratic.
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Black Women and Hair: The Untold StoryThis article describes one woman's hair journey from chemically straightened hair to a natural hair life and what led to her decision.
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Are Online Social Networks Taking Over Your Life?Smart phones like Blackberries, iPhones, etc. provide a great way to stay connected to family and friends, however, you need to be able to decipher when technology has gone too far.
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Free Things to Do in NYCFree activities to do in NYC during the summer.
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You Have the Right to Remain OppressedIt was a regular day for me. I had just left my school, after a fun-filled day of lessons and learning with my students. Little did I know, there was another lesson awaiting my arrival.