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The Hip Hop Principal, Shango Blake, analyzes what some of the issues are within public education, specifically school environment and culture. What is wrong and what are the best practices that can be used and put in place to turn around the failing American educational system.

After several years as a reformer and an innovator in the public school systems of America, Shango Blake shares with his audiences his story, his accomplishments, and insights that he has gained from his experiences. The lessons this Educator has learned throughout his journey can serve the parents, teachers, students, educational leaders, and members of the community at large who are invested in the education and empowerment of our young people. While facing the challenges faced by any dedicated educator - such as identifying the areas for school improvement, closing the racial achievement gap, and figuring out how to engage young people into becoming invested in their own future– Mr. Blake has also faced the unique challenges that come with being a progressive voice in the field of public education. Nonetheless, Mr. Blake has proven successful time and time again with his own methods; providing cutting edge innovative professsional development for inner city schools, school districts, school leaders, teachers, and parents.