Black Youth Futures: Shooting Off Rockets: Black Joy, Futures, and Fugitivity

Key Points

• This inquiry-driven unit aims to empower Black youth by focusing on their joy and futures beyond negative stereotypes.
• Developed an English language arts/STEM unit
• Incorporated imaginative activities centered on Black joy
• Encouraged students to envision futures beyond stereotypes
• Created a supportive space for Black youth to dream and create
• Promoted positive narratives around Black identity
• Enabled students to thrive through imaginative learning experiences