Black History You Should Know By Now Compiled by the GPISD Vanguard 24–25 Cohort What don’t you know about Black history—and why don’t you know it? Black History You Should Know By Now is a powerful, student-centered exploration of the untold stories, overlooked heroes, and systemic policies that have shaped—and often harmed—Black communities in America, with a special focus on the Dallas–Fort Worth area. Compiled by the 14 educators of the GPISD Vanguard 2024–2025 cohort, this book digs deep into local and national history, from the 1930s to the present day. Written with middle schoolers in mind, especially 8th graders, this collection includes accessible chapters, thought-provoking "Curious Questions" to spark classroom discussion or independent research, and recommendations for further reading. Whether you're new to these topics or ready to go deeper, this book is your invitation to learn the history that should have been taught all along.
