UPCOMING EVENTS

RISE x RESET: Aerial Yoga Experience

Endless Om

March 7th @ 2:15 PM

Calling Black educators and professionals — join us for Rise x RESET, an afternoon of revitalization and intentional connection at a woman-owned studio in DC.

This private aerial yoga experience is designed to help you release stress, restore balance, and rise above burnout through movement and community. Following class, enjoy light refreshments, affirmations, and meaningful mingling in a supportive, uplifting space.

We invite you to wear green to symbolize renewal, grounding, and gentle growth as we reset together.

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Mindful Walk Meetup

Venue: TBD
April 4th, Time TBD

As part of our RESET Wellness Series, this informal mindful walk is a chance to slow down and reconnect — with yourself and with community. We’ll gather, walk at an easy pace, enjoy fresh air, and create space to simply be. No structure, no pressure — just presence, movement, and meaningful connection.

Open to all educators and wellness-minded professionals

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Join us for a fun and relaxed Mommy & Me Tennis Social — a playful afternoon of light tennis instruction, games, and connection. Whether you’re coming with your mom or bringing your little one, this event is all about movement, laughter, and quality time on the court.

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Mommy & Me Tennis Social

Venue: Country Club at Woodmore
May 3rd, Time TBD

Past Events & Initiatives

Our wellness gatherings are all about restoration and joy. We create intentional spaces for educators to relax, recharge, and connect — prioritizing rest as an act of resistance and a pathway to thriving both personally and professionally.
We believe connection fuels creativity and community. Our social events bring educators and professionals together for laughter, celebration, and genuine fellowship — reminding us that joy and togetherness are essential to collective well-being.
Service is at the heart of everything we do. Whether supporting families, students, or local organizations, our community service efforts reflect our belief that when educators lead with compassion, entire communities flourish.
Our workshops are designed to uplift and equip educators with tools for success beyond the classroom. From financial literacy to creative entrepreneurship, we help educators build stability, confidence, and purpose in every aspect of their lives.

Volley & Vibes 2025

Where community meets the court.
In partnership with Miles Ahead Tennis, Volley & Vibes brought educators and professionals together for a Sunday of wellness, connection, and fun. Guests enjoyed tennis lessons, brunch, and bubbly in a relaxed, uplifting atmosphere that reminded everyone that joy is a vital form of self-care.
Teacherpreneurship Initiative

Turning classroom magic into income and impact.
Our Teacherpreneurship Initiative equips educators with tools to monetize their ideas — from selling educational resources to launching creative brands. Through interactive workshops, community coaching, and shared inspiration, we help teachers realize that their expertise is their business.
The Prom Project

Every student deserves to shine. An annual initiative ensuring that all students can attend prom in style, regardless of circumstance — complete with gowns, suits, and joyful community support.
Volley & Vibes 2024

Volley & Vibes: Wellness Through Connection
An afternoon of tennis, laughter, and community care.
Co-hosted with Miles Ahead Tennis, Volley & Vibes offered a refreshing space for educators to prioritize their well-being. Between tennis lessons, light bites, and vibrant conversation, participants embraced the power of rest, movement, and joy in community.
Sports Outings

Because educators deserve a good time, too.
Whether it’s touchdowns or tip-offs, our community loves showing up in style for group outings to Commanders football games and Wizards basketball games. These gatherings create space for educators to relax, connect outside the classroom, and root for something bigger — each other.
No Scrubs

Self-care, but make it 90s.
Dressed as their favorite R&B and hip-hop legends, educators gathered at FSC Workshop for a night of bubbly, beats, and body scrub-making. Between throwback playlists and creative fun, we celebrated joy, nostalgia, and the power of taking time for ourselves — no scrubs allowed.
First Time Homebuyer Seminar

Empowering educators to build wealth and stability beyond the classroom.
In partnership with MG Residential’s realtor Daniel Walcott and Blake Price, mortgage lender with First Home Mortgage at The Menkiti Group, we hosted an engaging and informative homeownership workshop designed specifically for educators. Attendees learned practical strategies for purchasing their first homes, navigating financing options, and building generational wealth — all within a supportive community of peers and experts.
Sip & Scent

Celebrating community through creativity and care.
Held at FSC Workshop, Sip & Scent invited women educators to unwind and connect in honor of Galentine’s Day. Participants designed custom candles while enjoying refreshments and conversation, reflecting Black Educators Collective’s commitment to blending wellness, artistry, and community.
Back to School Drive

Community giving in action.
In partnership with House of Ruth, Black Educators Collective organized a Back to School Drive to ensure students had access to quality backpacks and school supplies. This initiative reflected our commitment to supporting children and families through tangible acts of care and educational equity.