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Our Time Is Now: Ed Cosentino’s Commitment to Serving School Leaders Nationwide
Dr. Brittney Clinton | Thursday, February 5, 2026 | EducationFIRST Ed Cosentino is a candidate for Vice President of the National Association of Elementary School Principals (NAESP) . Throughout his career, he has been inspired by the collective power of principals, assistant principals, and educational leaders who dedicate themselves daily to the success of students and the wellbeing of learning communities. It is this shared commitment to service, leadership, and advocacy

Dr. Brittney Clinton
Feb 54 min read


More Than an Athlete: Faye Janse’s Vision Beyond the Field
By Dr. Brittney Clinton | Wednesday, February 4, 2026 | SportsTalk “Across the Atlantic: The Global Grit of Faye Janse” A 4-Week Online Feature Series Interviewed by Dr. Brittney Clinton Behind the athlete’s jersey is a visionary with aspirations that extend far beyond the field. Faye Janse is intentional about building a life that integrates sport, education, leadership, and global impact. In this feature, she shares how her identity transcends competition and how she

Dr. Brittney Clinton
Feb 54 min read


Discipline in Motion: Inside the Mind of a Global Competitor
By Dr. Brittney Clinton | Wednesday, January 28, 2026 | SportsTalk “Across the Atlantic: The Global Grit of Faye Janse” A 4-Week Online Feature Series Interviewed by Dr. Brittney Clinton Discipline is not simply a routine for Faye Janse—it is a mindset in motion. As a global competitor navigating the demands of academics, athletics, and cultural transitions, Faye embodies what it means to stay mentally sharp while physically prepared. This feature takes us inside her app

Dr. Brittney Clinton
Jan 285 min read


A Leap of Faith: Why Wake Forest Became Home
By Dr. Brittney Clinton | Wednesday, January 21, 2026 | SportsTalk Series Title “Across the Atlantic: The Global Grit of Faye Janse” A 4-Week Online Feature Series Interviewed by Dr. Brittney Clinton Choosing a university thousands of miles away is no small decision, especially when it means stepping into the unknown. For Faye Janse, Wake Forest University represented more than a prestigious academic and athletic opportunity—it symbolized faith, alignment, and a vision

Dr. Brittney Clinton
Jan 216 min read


From Dutch Fields to Demon Deacon Turf: The Making of Faye Janse
By Dr. Brittney Clinton | Wednesday, January 14, 2026 | SportsTalk Series Title “Across the Atlantic: The Global Grit of Faye Janse” A 4-Week Online Feature Series Interviewed by Dr. Brittney Clinton Faye Janse | Wake Forest University Hockey 2026 From the quiet, disciplined fields of the Netherlands to the competitive intensity of Wake Forest University , Faye Janse’s journey is a story shaped by grit, global perspective, and unwavering passion. Her path to becoming a

Dr. Brittney Clinton
Jan 146 min read


Black Men in Education: A Collective Recommitment in Philadelphia, PA
By Dr. Sharon H. Porter | Saturday, November 21, 2025 | EducationFIRST Photo by Vision & Purpose Lifestyle Magazine and Media | Call Me MiSTER In a powerful demonstration of dedication to the future of education, over 1,400 educators, advocates, and thought leaders—primarily Black men—converged in Philadelphia, PA, from November 20-22 for the 8th annual Black Male Educator Convening (#BMEC2025), hosted by the Center for Black Educator Development (CBED). More than just a c

Dr. Sharon H. Porter
Nov 22, 20255 min read


Can You Have It All?
By Dr. Sharon H. Porter | Thursday, October 9, 2025 | EducationFIRST As we near the end of the third quarter of the year, I often find...

Dr. Sharon H. Porter
Oct 9, 20253 min read


UDLC Play Place Soft Opening — A Joyful Kick-Off on Saturday, August 9, 2025
By Dr. Sharon H. Porter | Saturday, August 9, 2025 | EducationFIRST Waldorf, MD — Saturday, August 9, 2025 was a magical debut as UDLC...

Dr. Sharon H. Porter
Aug 9, 20254 min read


A Timely Blueprint for Transformational School Leadership--Relational Intelligence (Johnson & Edoho-Eket)
By Dr. Sharon H. Porter | Sunday, August 3, 2025 | EducationFIRST Leadership That Connects: A Personal Reflection As someone deeply...

Dr. Sharon H. Porter
Aug 3, 20253 min read


Leading with Purpose: How Dr. Renee Dow Is Transforming Education Through Visionary Leadership
Dr. Brittney Clinton | Monday, July 28, 2025 | EducationFIRST Dr. Renee Dow is an inspiration as a leader who takes purpose-driven action...

Dr. Brittney Clinton
Jul 28, 20253 min read


The Village Collective: Igniting Leaders to Finish Strong!
By Dr. Sharon H. Porter | Monday, May 26, 2025 | EducationFIRST On Sunday, June 1, 2025, at 2:00 PM, The Village Leadership Group, LLC...

Dr. Sharon H. Porter
May 26, 20252 min read


Debbie Allen Launches Casting Call for HBCU-Themed TV Pilot in Atlanta
By Vision & Purpose LifeStyle Magazine and Media Digital Team | Wednesday, May 21, 2025 | 6:00 PM /EDT Atlanta’s thriving film scene...

Vision & Purpose LifeStyle Magazine and Media Digital Team
May 21, 20251 min read


Dr. Lillie Cox on Empowering Women in Education Through WE LEAD
By Dr. Sharon H. Porter | Thursday, May 8, 2025 | EducationFIRST Dr. Lillie Cox | Founder, WE Lead In the latest episode of Vision &...

Dr. Sharon H. Porter
May 8, 20253 min read


A Call for Authors: Black Women in Educational Leadership – Presented by Dr. Latrese D. Younger
By Dr. Sharon H. Porter | Monday, April 21, 2025 | EducationFIRST Are you a Black woman currently leading in K-12 or higher education...

Dr. Sharon H. Porter
Apr 21, 20252 min read


Nominate an Outstanding Educator for the WSLS Education Impact Award
By Vision & Purpose LifeStyle Magazine Digital Team | Friday, April 18, 2025 | EducationFIRST Do you know an educator who consistently...

Vision & Purpose LifeStyle Magazine and Media Digital Team
Apr 18, 20251 min read


Bossy Girl Summit '25: A Celebration of Power, Purpose & Possibility
By Dr. Sharon H. Porter | Sunday, March 23, 2025 | 4:00 PM ET Washington, D.C. - March 22, 2025 – This past Saturday, the nation’s...

Dr. Sharon H. Porter
Mar 23, 20254 min read


Women in Leadership Spotlight: Exclusive Interview with Coach Ayesha
By Tammy Reese | Tuesday, March 18, 2025 | Mind, Body, & Soul Coach Ayesha | Mental Health Counselor, Business Owner, and Community...

Tammy Reese
Mar 18, 20254 min read


Champions of Change... How Black Male Educators are Transforming Education and Inspiring Future Leaders
By Dr. Sharon H. Porter | Wednesday, February 12, 2025 | EducationFIRST "Champions of Change: Black Male Educators Creating Positive...

Dr. Sharon H. Porter
Feb 12, 20253 min read


Empathy-Driven Inclusive Leadership: Transforming K-12 Education for All
By Dr. Sharon H. Porter | Wednesday, January 29, 2025 | 5:15 PM ET Inclusive leadership in K-12 education is pivotal in fostering...

Dr. Sharon H. Porter
Jan 29, 20254 min read


Unmasking Influence Series Featuring Crystal F. Rice -Whimsical Visionary
By Dr. Brittney Clinton | Friday, January 24, 2025 | 1:15 PM ET Crystal Rice is a dedicated advocate for children's growth and...

Dr. Brittney Clinton
Jan 24, 20256 min read
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