My boyfriend is a resource ed teacher in elementary school and he frequently has to meet with parents about their children -- whether or not special ed is recommended, what everyone can do to help the child, etc. -- and he's told me that he can see the change in attitude on Black parents' faces when they walk through the door and find out that they'll be dealing with someone who is wrapped in the same color as them. He says it makes all the difference, because suddenly they feel that they have a common bond and common goals.

Peace.