…Cynthia McKinney: Dr. Cecilia J. Myrick, educator

From her obituary, in the Atlanta Journal-Constitution:

At Bethune-Cookman University,  she created a multimedia textbook, African Legacy. As an associate professor at Fort Valley State University, she helped improve student pass rates on the state Regents’ Examination and teacher certification examinations. And she developed literacy programs to train teachers.

She was a pioneer in culture-based teaching before it had the popularity that it has now,” said a sister, Dr. Clarissa Myrick-Harris of Atlanta. “She taught students of various backgrounds and used one’s culture as a gateway to help students in reading and writing. She loved her African heritage and took every opportunity to infuse her life with aspects of a world culture.”

She was a product of City of Atlanta public schools and GA State University.

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