"If your absence brings relief instead of reverence, you were never leading only occupying space." #MrDollar #DoTheWork #OutworkYesterday #BlackEduSky

"If your absence brings relief instead of reverence, you were never leading only occupying space." #MrDollar #DoTheWork #OutworkYesterday #BlackEduSky

To all my fellow educators stepping into this new year: may your passion remain unwavering, your impact undeniable, and the magic you create within your classrooms and schools continue to transform lives.

As we grow, it's tempting to claim the title "self-made." But the truth is, no one makes it alone. Hard work matters, yes but so do the people who believed in us, spoke our names in rooms we weren’t in, and pushed us when we needed it most.

It’s powerful when you realize—your time has always been your time. You just didn’t always see it. Opportunities came and went. Some you missed, some you weren’t ready for. And you asked yourself, Will it ever be my time?

#MrDollar #DoTheWork #OutworkYesterday

Dear Mr. Dollar, There will be moments when doubt creeps in—when closed doors and unoffered seats make you question your place and purpose. As others rise, sometimes even those you've supported, it's natural to feel weary and to wonder: When will it be my time?

👊🏾 #BlackEduSky

👊🏾 #ObamaDay2025

We miss you my good brother 👊🏾 #ObamaDay2025

“Great leaders don’t create clones they grow leaders. They recognize and nurture the unique strengths in others, not silence them. When leadership demands conformity, it kills creativity and purpose” #MrDollar #DoTheWork #OutworkYesterday

“A leader who simply mimics their past becomes a mirror, not a mentor. And mirrors don’t grow people they reflect the same dysfunction” #MrDollar #DoTheWork #OutworkYesterday

“Too often, leaders repeat what they’ve seen instead of becoming who they truly are. Leadership isn’t about copying those who led us it’s about learning from them, the good and the bad, and choosing authenticity over imitation” #MrDollar #DoTheWork #OutworkYesterday

Stop saying “If they did this to Black people” 2025 challenge They do, you guys. They already do.

100 DAYS...of lying, grifting, lawbreaking, division, incompetence, ignorance, illegal deportations, self-aggrandizement, vulgarity, self-pity, cruelty, ignoring the Supreme Court & due process while attacking: the Media, Universities, Law Firms, the Courts & Journalists. 1362 Days to go...

BREAKING: There was a second Hegseth group chat?!?

Trump photoshopping MS-13 onto Kilmar Abrego Garcia's knuckles should be CRIMINAL and a MUCH BIGGER STORY! Pls ❤️ and share wide!

I’ve never been big on celebrating myself, but I’ve realized you have to recognize your own worth—not for attention, but because you matter. Feeling the love I give to others reflected back means everything. God blessed me with 46 years today, and I’m grateful He’s not done with me yet.

So true…

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“You have to remind yourself that you are the linchpin holding everything together. You have to be aware of what you're carrying and what depends on you. There’s no real break. The only breaks are the boundaries you set and commit to keeping” #MrDollar #DoTheWork #OutworkYesterday #BlackEduSky

Some days feel impossible. Today, a young man walked into my office, carrying what I was hiding. He broke down and said, “It’s hard, Mr. Dollar. I can’t catch a break.” I put my hand on his shoulder & said, “I know. It’s hard for me too.” We all have weight to lift—we just need the right spotter.

“Don’t count yourself out before you get started” #MrDollar #DoTheWork #OutworkYesterdsy #BlackEduSky

One week left to submit proposals for this year’s 2-day #HipHopEd Conference! Check out the submission details on Instagram - due by Monday, March 24th! @hiphoped.bsky.social

“Joy doesn’t have to be expensive” #MrDollar #BlackEduSky

“I shouldn’t be having mini anxiety attacks about going back to work after a break. Being an educator is truly different and difficult. You have to breathe” #MrDollar #BlackEduSky

One of these things is not like the others

Remember this?! 👇 Never. Forget. This. ✨

Took my 🩸 pressure three times today. Amazing what some time off will do as an administrator. It’s normally at stroke level when I’m at work. I wish I could get these same results after watching the news too. #BlackEduSky

This isn’t about fixing bureaucracy in Washington. This is about defunding your local public school. amp.cnn.com/cnn/2025/03/...

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To all the educators on social media platforms celebrating the potential closing of the DOE you are a disgrace to the profession. You are Judas at the table and the Spooks who sat by the door. The creator and ancestors will have the last say👊🏾🙏🏾💲 #MrDollar #DoTheWork #OutworkYesterday #BlackEduSky

"Your strength to pray away your demons forces others to face their own, shattering the excuses they hide behind” #MrDollar #GodIs

“The uncertainty of your situation is where God is”

That is exactly true.

“After being passed over so many times you forget how awesome you really are. Remind yourself that you are worth it. Say the words and look up” #MrDollar #DoTheWork #OutworkYesterday

“We often hear about the importance of work-life balance, but it’s easy to forget when you’re deeply invested in your role. We must take care of ourselves first because when we’re running on empty, we can’t give our best to anyone. Take the time you need. Know that it’s ok to choose yourself”

It’s always been hard for me to accept flowers. I believe in doing the work quietly, without needing recognition. But yesterday, someone told me they see me holding up the marquee for others, and handed me flowers, saying, “Keep being you, Mr. Dollar. You truly make a difference.” #DoTheWork 👊🏾

It’s always been hard for me to accept flowers. I believe in doing the work quietly, without needing recognition. But yesterday, someone told me they see me holding up the marquee for others, and handed me flowers, saying, “Keep being you, Mr. Dollar. You truly make a difference.” #DoTheWork 👊🏾

#BHM Day 21 Remembering Brother Malcolm today. His assignment was completed on Feb 21, 1965. "There is no better teacher than adversity..." and his words still ring true today. Thank you for your fight. You changed the world.

If you are able to help please do or boost. We are no longer eligible for federal funding as promised. Current fundraising efforts are being used to 1)pay teacher stipends who are showing up on Saturdays for our initiative targeting K-2 students in our community, 2) program materials

#HappyBlackHistoryMonth To the 113 educators that understand our history and choose to pour into the youth to change the present and the future Love us on @blackedusky.bsky.social