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School district invests $270K in ‘Rap Camp’ as math scores decline

School district invests $270K in 'Rap Camp' as math scores decline

An underperforming school district in California is investing nearly $300,000 to collaborate with an organization to implement a rap-based curriculum, which has sparked “alarming” concerns, according to the Justice Department. The Merced City School District, known for its low performance among California schools, has secured a $270,000 contract with School Yard Wrap, as noted in […]

School district in California spends $270K to teach rap to students

School district in California spends $270K to teach rap to students

The Merced City School District in California, known for its poor performance in education, is allocating nearly $300,000 to a rap education initiative, sparking concern among DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) advocacy groups. Earlier this year, the district entered a $270,000 contract with School Yard Wrap, a Fresno-based organization that promotes an “edutainment” model. This […]

Change in trends: No rap in the Top 40 for the first time since 1989

Change in trends: No rap in the Top 40 for the first time since 1989

Kendrick Lamar’s “Luther” Falls from Billboard’s Top 40 Kendrick Lamar’s track “Luther” has officially fallen off Billboard’s Top 40 chart. This marks a significant moment in music history, as it’s the first time in 35 years that hip-hop won’t be part of this list. Blaze TV Host Jason Whitlock expressed his joy about this change. […]

This rap group highlighted ‘Strong Island’ in hip-hop and overcame the NYC barrier.

This rap group highlighted 'Strong Island' in hip-hop and overcame the NYC barrier.

631 is still number one. JVC Force, a group of hip-hop pioneers, put the suburbs on the map during the late 1980s with their well-known anthem “Strong Island.” This catchy tribute to Long Island has recently gained renewed appreciation internationally. “People have approached me and expressed how significant that song is to them,” said AJ […]

Teenager held responsible after violent attack on elderly worker at rap concert

Teenager held responsible after violent attack on elderly worker at rap concert

Charges Filed Against Teen in Assault on Elderly Worker A teenager accused of violently attacking an elderly employee during a rap concert in Kansas City has finally been charged, over a week after the incident. On Tuesday, the juvenile office of the Jackson County 16th Judicial Circuit announced it had filed one felony assault and […]