EDUCATION
EDUCATION
Igniting Young Minds, Creating A Better Future
Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world. Our goal is to teach African American youth the tools needed to make the world a better place.
Beginning with early education, how the teacher nurtures your child’s talents will determine the path he/she will walk in life. Teachers are incubators that bring out the best of the child by stimulating their minds, inspiring them to do great things.
For 40 years, the 100 has educated African American youth, believing that all youth, regardless of race and socioeconomic status must have access to quality education.
We provide these youth with a fun, individualized teaching approach that prepares them for school and life while building their creativity. We’re not just tutors, we are inspirers and mentors. Helping children become the best version of themselves creating a better future.
African American History Challenge
This 12 – 15-week program explores various facets of African and African American history.
The African American History Challenge (AAHC) Competition is an educational and scholarship program designed to enhance the study of African American history. It is an education and scholarship program designed to enhance and/or ignite the study of African American history among youth and increase their interest in knowing and better understanding the legacy left for them by our African American ancestors.
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Teams of male and female students in Grades 9 - 12 take part in a fun, exciting competition that emphasizes knowledge of African American history, rapid thinking, and teamwork.
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STEM Program
The STEM Leadership Academy was established in January 2015 at Hodgen Elementary School as a collaborative effort between the 100 Black Men and St. Louis Public Schools under the leadership of Benjamin Nesbitt, Keith Morrell, and Vikki DeClue. Students, comprised of 7 teams, have begun building and initially programming their own robots.
The 100 Black Men of Metropolitan St. Louis has been educating and empowering youth for nearly 30 years. The Organization works with local school systems, corporate and community sponsors to deliver educational support services and unique learning opportunities that assist youth in achieving their educational goals. The Organization’s education initiatives inspire confidence, create cultural awareness and foster academic leadership.