Abstract
Dedication
Acknowledgements
Table of Contents
1. Chapter 1: Introduction
1.1. Statement of the Problem
1.2. Nature of the Study
1.3. Purpose of the Study
1.4. Definition of Terms
1.5. Scope, Assumptions, and Delimitations
1.6. Significance of the Study
2. Chapter 2: Literature Review
2.1. Self-perception of Belonging and Being African American
2.2. Resources vs. Will and Support
2.3. Developing an Understanding of Culturally Relevant Pedagogy
2.4. Learning on a Continuum
2.5. Critical Race Theory
2.6. Racial and Cultural Congruency
2.7. Racism, Access, and the Need for Historically Black Colleges and Universities
2.8. Culturally Responsive College Readiness Culture
2.9. Culture and Its Impact on Achievement
2.10. Perspectives of “Achievement” for African American Students
2.11. Desegregation, Not Integration
2.12. Lack of Investment and Resources in Education
2.13. Factors Impacting the Achievement Gap
2.14. The Gap: Academic Performance of African American Students
2.15. Factors Contributing to the “Achievement Gap”
2.16. School Quality and Community of Stakeholders
2.17. Residential Segregation and School Community
2.18. Cultural and Racial Congruence
2.19. Role and Impact of African American Teachers
2.20. Culturally Responsive Pedagogy
2.21. Review of Methodological Issues
2.22. Synthesis of Literature
2.23. Purpose and Design of the Research Study
2.24. Knowledge: Paradigms or Philosophical Assumptions
2.25. Research Population and Sampling Methods
2.26. Identification of Attributes
2.27. Data Analysis Procedures
2.28. Limitations of the Research Design
2.29. Validity, Credibility, an Triangulation of Data
2.30. Ethical Issues in the Study
4. Chapter 4: Data Analysis and Results
4.1. Description of the Sample
4.2. Research Methodology and Analysis
4.3. Summary of the Findings
4.4. Presentation of the Data
4.5. Power of a Passionate Educator
4.6. Feeling of Belonging: Empathetic and Nurturing Community
4.7. Access to Opportunities That Support Success
4.8. High Expectations Through a Rigorous and Structured Environment
5. Chapter 5: Discussion and Conclusion
5.1. Summary of the Results
5.2. Discussion of the Results
5.3. Love, Discipline, and Structure
5.4. Nurturing Black Excellence: Its Relevance in Current Culture
5.5. Discussion of the Results in Relation to the Literature
5.6. Segregated Education and the Strengths of HBCUs
5.7. Implications of Results for Practice, Policy and Theory
5.7.1. Implications for Practice
5.7.2. Leadership in Action
5.7.3. Implications for Policy
5.7.4. Addressing the Teacher Gap
5.7.5. Role and Responsibility of Educational Leaders
5.7.6. Implications for Theory
5.7.7. Develop Cultural Competency and Become the Bridge
5.7.8. Purpose of Self-Knowledge and Its Impact
5.8. Recommendations for Future Research
5.8.1. Teacher Perceptions and Their Impact on Academic Achievement
5.8.2. WAHS Today in Preparation for Its Future
5.8.3. Examining the Parent Experience at WAHS
Appendix A: Introduction Letter
Appendix B: Participant Consent Form
Appendix C: Demographic Questions
Appendix D: Example Interview Questions
Appendix H: Statement of Original Work
List of Figures
List of Tables
