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Welcome to MCEE

The Morehouse Center for Excellence in Education (MCEE) is focused on revolutionizing education through innovation, research, and partnerships for a just and equitable society.

Morehouse Educators Change Lives

At the Morehouse Center for Excellence in Education, we do more than educate—we inspire. Our mission is to serve as a transformative force, shaping the next generation of educators to lead with purpose and impact.

Through innovative teaching methods, groundbreaking research, and deep community partnerships, Morehouse educators create lasting change. With a steadfast commitment to equity and excellence, we strive to ensure every student we reach has the tools and opportunities to succeed and thrive.

39% reduction in dropout rates among Black boys can be achieved by having just one Black male teacher in elementary school.¹(Gershenson et al., 2017, National Bureau of Economic Research).

13% more likely to graduate when they have just one Black male teacher in elementary school. ²(Gershenson et al., 2017, National Bureau of Economic Research)

19% more likely to enroll in college if a Black student has at least one Black teacher by 3rd grade.³(Gershenson et al., 2017, National Bureau of Economic Research)

Inspire. IMAGINE. Ignite.

Your Journey to IMpact Begins at Morehouse

ABOUT MCEE

The Morehouse Center for Excellence in Education (MCEE) is an extension to the college’s recently launched Education Department.

OUR MISSION

MCEE is a vibrant hub that offers a range of dynamic opportunities that enrich the experiences of our students, faculty, and staff.

OUR PRIORITIES

The Black Male Teacher Pipeline initiative strengthens education by bridging theory and practice, fostering inclusive communities, and promoting diversity, ultimately enhancing the learning experience for all students.

EDUCATION STUDIES

Our programs are thoughtfully designed to inspire, imagine, and ignite strong, meaningful connections between students and educators, preparing you to lead, innovate, and make a difference in the world.

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Why Black Male Educators Matter

Representation in the classroom matters. The presence of just one Black male educator can transform the trajectory of Black students, increasing their likelihood of graduating, enrolling in college, and succeeding academically. These findings emphasize the urgent need to recruit and support Black male teachers to inspire and guide the next generation.

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“Working with MCEE has enlightened me to the fact that education encompasses more than teaching in a classroom; it is an intersectional field which includes school leaders, policymakers, artists, counselors, researchers, architects, psychologists, and more. My experience with MCEE has inspired me to continue to impact young minds through the field of education post-graduation, and for that I am forever grateful”

Lettrell Harris '21 | MCEE Fellow | Physics Student, Doctoral Program at Michigan State University

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Atlanta, GA 30314
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