Raising Black Genius

We are dedicated to helping black parents support their children and eliminate the achievement gap in the education of black children . Through videos, blogs, and books we want to equip parents with free resources to help them navigate the American public education system.

Dr. Stacy Haynes, Ed.D., LPC, ACS

Black Statistics in Education

In 2015, the average reading score for white students on the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) 4th and 8th grade exam was 26 points higher than black students. Similar gaps are apparent in math.

The 12th grade assessment also show alarming disparities as well, with only seven percent of black students performing at or above proficient on the math exam in 2015, compared to 32 percent white students.

The U.S. Department of Education’s 2013–14 data reveal that black children represent 19 percent of preschool enrollment, but 47 percent of the out-of-school preschool suspensions. White kids, meanwhile, represent 41 percent of preschool enrollment but just 28 percent of suspensions.

Books by Dr. Stacy Haynes

Powerful Peaceful Parenting: Guiding Children, Changing Lives

Parenting Tips 2 Go

Dr. Stacy Haynes, Ed.D LPC, ACS specializes in the needs of children, families and parenting concerns. Dr. Haynes has over 20 years experience in the treatment of every day challenging family concerns. Dr. Haynes is the mother of two highly intelligent black children, including an American Mensan (top 2% IQ).