SBL 25 Keep Dream'n

Meet our honorees

Black Excellence in education Awards 2025 Honorees

We are excited to Honor this years 2025 Honorees

The State of Black Learning Conference continues to drive critical conversations, innovation, and action in education. While details for our 2025 conference are still being finalized, we’re excited to build on the transformative success of last year’s event.

Check back soon for updates on our next gathering, including speakers, workshops, and opportunities to engage with thought leaders who are reshaping the future of learning.

Together, we’re reimagining education. See you in 2025!

2025 honorees

Black Excellence Honoree

Cicely Hanner

Art Teacher & STEAM Coordinator  |  Urban Academy of Greater Pittsburgh

Black Excellence Honoree

Dr. Arnekua Jackson

Chair Department of Fine Arts  |  Boynton Beach High School

Black Excellence Honoree

Dr. Brian Banks

Superintendent  |  MacDowell Preparatory Academy

Black Excellence Honoree

Dr. Robert Morris

Assistant Professor of History  |  Broward College

Black Excellence Honoree

Lindsey Ramsey

Executive Director  |  Shady Lane School

Teacher of the Year

Shakeyla N. Paillett

Kindergarten Teacher  Urban Academy of Greater Pittsburgh

Black Excellence Honoree

Dr. Tammi McMillan Marshall

Director – Power of One  Carlow University

Black Excellence Honoree

Seletha M. Head-Tucker

Kindergarten Teacher  |  Central Christian School

Black Excellence Honoree

Tiffany Huff

Founder  |  When She Thrives

New Teacher of the Year

Jasmine Thompson

First Grade Teacher  Penn Hills Charter School of Entrepreneurship