Today's Black History Month Spotlight
- Edward Jost
- Feb 22, 2024
- 1 min read
We are highlighting the remarkable Rita Pierson today. Although she is not from the maritimes, her message and contributions to education merit recognition.
Rita Pierson famously spoke at a TED Talk. In her speech “Every child needs a Champion” she spoke about how every child deserves a teacher who will go above and beyond to meet their needs. Rita came from a family of educators and entered the teaching profession herself in 1972. She left a legacy and impact in education that continues to spread far beyond school walls despite her passing in 2013.



